What are the main factors that influence a Construction Project Engineer - Entry's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Construction Project Engineer - Entry's salary?

A Construction Project Engineer - Entry's salary grows with experience: a Construction Project Engineer - Entry (0-2 years)earns $87,125, a Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate (2-4 years)earns $102,169, a Construction Project Engineer - Senior (4-7 years)earns $121,290,

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Project Engineer - Entry?

Construction Project Engineer - Entry salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Project Engineer - Entry roles are District of Columbia $95,300, California $94,900, Massachusetts $93,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Project Engineer - Entry roles make?

Salaries for Construction Project Engineer - Entry level roles vary by specialization: Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction: $128,573; Construction Project Engineer - Senior: $119,800; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,769; Construction Project Engineer: $105,574; Project Coordinator - Construction: $102,505.

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Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Project Engineer - Entry make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Project Engineer - Entry in Delaware is $87,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Construction Project Engineer - Entry's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,618
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,900 to $93,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,343

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Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,700	$7,808	$1,802	$45
Average	$87,200	$7,267	$1,677	$42
25th Percentile	$78,900	$6,575	$1,517	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salaries

A Construction Project Engineer - Entry's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Project Engineer - Entry's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Construction Project Engineer - Entry (0-2 years): $87,125
Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate (2-4 years): $102,169
Construction Project Engineer - Senior (4-7 years): $121,290

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Construction Project Engineer - Entry	0-2 years	$87,125
Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate	2-4 years	$102,169
Construction Project Engineer - Senior	4-7 years	$121,290

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How Do Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Construction Project Engineer - Entries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,300.
California: $94,900.
Massachusetts: $93,700.

District of Columbia $95,300 California $94,900 Massachusetts $93,700 Washington $93,300 New Jersey $93,300 Alaska $93,200 Connecticut $92,000 New York $91,500

Hawaii $90,000 Rhode Island $89,200 Maryland $88,800 Minnesota $88,100 Colorado $87,800 Illinois $87,700 Oregon $87,400 Delaware $87,200

New Hampshire $87,000 Virginia $86,700 Pennsylvania $85,700 Nevada $85,200 North Dakota $85,000 Michigan $84,800 Wisconsin $84,700 Vermont $84,500

Texas $84,000 Arizona $83,900 Maine $83,900 Ohio $83,800 Georgia $83,000 Indiana $82,600 Wyoming $82,600 Utah $82,400

Iowa $82,400 Kansas $82,000 Louisiana $81,800 North Carolina $81,800 Missouri $81,800 Florida $81,500 Montana $81,300 Nebraska $81,100

Kentucky $81,000 South Carolina $80,700 Tennessee $80,400 Idaho $80,400 New Mexico $79,700 Oklahoma $79,600 Alabama $79,100 South Dakota $78,200

Arkansas $77,800 West Virginia $77,500 Mississippi $76,800

Top Paying Cities for Construction Project Engineer - Entries

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $86,800
Little Creek: $87,400
Magnolia: $87,300

Lincoln, DE $86,800 Little Creek, DE $87,400 Magnolia, DE $87,300 Milford, DE $87,000 Marydel, DE $87,100 Millsboro, DE $86,400 Millville, DE $86,600 Milton, DE $86,700

Nassau, DE $86,800 Ocean View, DE $86,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,700 Seaford, DE $86,800 Selbyville, DE $86,400 Smyrna, DE $87,500 Viola, DE $87,100 Woodside, DE $87,300

Bear, DE $87,100 Newark, DE $87,100 Claymont, DE $87,300 Delaware City, DE $87,200 Hockessin, DE $87,100 Kirkwood, DE $87,100 Middletown, DE $87,200 Montchanin, DE $87,100

New Castle, DE $87,100 Odessa, DE $87,200 Port Penn, DE $87,300 Rockland, DE $87,100 Saint Georges, DE $87,200 Townsend, DE $87,300 Winterthur, DE $87,100 Lewes, DE $86,700

Wilmington, DE $87,100 Dover, DE $87,400 Dover Afb, DE $87,000 Bethany Beach, DE $86,400 Bethel, DE $86,500 Bridgeville, DE $86,700 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,200 Cheswold, DE $87,400

Clayton, DE $87,400 Dagsboro, DE $86,400 Delmar, DE $86,200 Ellendale, DE $86,500 Felton, DE $87,000 Fenwick Island, DE $86,400 Frankford, DE $86,300 Frederica, DE $87,100

Georgetown, DE $86,400 Greenwood, DE $86,800 Harbeson, DE $86,400 Harrington, DE $86,900 Hartly, DE $87,200 Houston, DE $86,800 Kenton, DE $87,400 Laurel, DE $86,300

Yorklyn, DE $87,100

Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Project Engineer - Entry's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$78,900

Average $87,200/year

$93,700

$6,575

Average $7,267/month

$7,808

$1,517

Average $1,677/week

$1,802

$38

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,700	$7,808	$1,802	$45
Average	$87,200	$7,267	$1,677	$42
25th Percentile	$78,900	$6,575	$1,517	$38

Construction Project Engineer - Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Construction Project Engineer - Entry, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $102,200 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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