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

A Construction Project Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Construction Project Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $86,042, a Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate (2-4 years)earns $100,906, a Construction Project Engineer - Senior (4-7 years)earns $119,802,

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

Construction Project Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Project Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $95,301, California $95,001, Massachusetts $93,701. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Construction Project Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Construction Project Engineer - Senior: $119,900; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,802; Construction Project Engineer: $105,589; Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate: $101,000; Project Engineer II - Construction: $100,906.

How do different companies affect a Construction Project Engineer I's salary?

Company size, industry, and compensation structure create significant salary variations for Construction Project Engineer I roles. Large, established industry leaders like Kpmg Us LLP ($114,295) and Warner Bros Discovery ($114,096) offer base salaries 35-40% above the national average. In contrast, smaller firms or startups may offer closer to $88,138.

Construction Project Engineer I Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Project Engineer I make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Project Engineer I in the United States is $86,101 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,328
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,901 to $92,501
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,435

10% $70,435

50% (Median) $86,101

90% $98,328

Construction Project Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,501	$7,708	$1,779	$44
Average	$86,101	$7,175	$1,656	$41
25th Percentile	$77,901	$6,492	$1,498	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Project Engineer I Salaries

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

How Do Construction Project Engineer I 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 Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,301.
California: $95,001.
Massachusetts: $93,701.

District of Columbia $95,301 California $95,001 Massachusetts $93,701 Washington $93,301 New Jersey $93,301 Alaska $93,201 Connecticut $92,001 New York $91,501

Hawaii $90,001 Rhode Island $89,301 Maryland $88,801 Minnesota $88,101 Illinois $87,801 Colorado $87,801 Oregon $87,401 Delaware $87,201

New Hampshire $87,001 Virginia $86,701 Pennsylvania $85,701 Nevada $85,201 North Dakota $85,001 Michigan $84,801 Wisconsin $84,701 Vermont $84,501

Texas $84,001 Arizona $83,901 Maine $83,901 Ohio $83,801 Georgia $83,001 Indiana $82,601 Wyoming $82,601 Utah $82,401

Iowa $82,401 Kansas $82,001 Louisiana $81,901 North Carolina $81,801 Missouri $81,801 Florida $81,501 Montana $81,301 Nebraska $81,101

Kentucky $81,001 South Carolina $80,701 Tennessee $80,501 Idaho $80,401 New Mexico $79,701 Oklahoma $79,601 Alabama $79,101 South Dakota $78,201

Arkansas $77,801 West Virginia $77,501 Mississippi $76,801

Top Paying Cities for Construction Project Engineer Is

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:

San Jose: $108,601
San Francisco: $107,401
Oakland: $105,101

San Jose, CA $108,601

San Francisco, CA $107,401

Oakland, CA $105,101

New York, NY $99,101

Paramus, NJ $97,901

Queens Village, NY $97,901

Passaic, NJ $97,801

Bergenfield, NJ $97,801

Huntington, NY $97,601

Stamford, CT $97,601

Newark, NJ $97,001

Bridgeport, CT $96,801

Vallejo, CA $96,601

New Brunswick, NJ $96,601

Petaluma, CA $96,501

Middlesex, NJ $96,401

Somerset, NJ $96,301

Santa Cruz, CA $96,201

Boston, MA $95,701

Monterey, CA $95,401

Seattle, WA $95,201

Santa Rosa, CA $95,101

Los Angeles, CA $95,101

Juneau, AK $94,901

Washington, DC $94,801

Orange, CA $94,501

Santa Ana, CA $94,301

Long Beach, CA $94,201

Anaheim, CA $94,201

Anchorage, AK $94,101

Santa Maria, CA $93,901

Everett, WA $93,801

Danbury, CT $93,501

Bremerton, WA $93,401

Tacoma, WA $93,101

New Suffolk, NY $93,101

Sacramento, CA $93,101

Santa Barbara, CA $93,001

Trenton, NJ $92,901

San Diego, CA $92,901

Brockton, MA $92,801

Fairbanks, AK $92,601

Lompoc, CA $92,401

Lowell, MA $92,301

Ventura, CA $92,301

Nashua, NH $92,301

Stockton, CA $92,301

Modesto, CA $91,601

Poughkeepsie, NY $91,401

Kennewick, WA $91,301

Olympia, WA $91,301

New Haven, CT $91,201

Lawrence, MA $90,901

Hartford, CT $90,901

Riverside, CA $90,801

New Bedford, MA $90,701

Richland, WA $90,701

Atlantic City, NJ $90,601

New Britain, CT $90,601

San Bernardino, CA $90,601

Bakersfield, CA $90,601

New London, CT $90,501

Norwich, CT $90,501

Portsmouth, NH $90,501

Boulder, CO $90,301

Portland, OR $90,201

Worcester, MA $90,201

Minneapolis, MN $89,901

Philadelphia, PA $89,801

Honolulu, HI $89,501

Saint Paul, MN $89,501

Vineland, NJ $89,501

Providence, RI $89,201

Chicago, IL $89,001

Bellingham, WA $88,901

Springfield, MA $88,801

Baltimore, MD $88,801

Chico, CA $88,601

Pittsfield, MA $88,301

Manchester, NH $88,201

Spokane, WA $87,801

Denver, CO $87,801

Albany, NY $87,401

Troy, NY $87,301

Nassau, NY $87,201

Schenectady, NY $87,201

Wilmington, DE $87,101

Burlington, VT $87,001

Salem, OR $86,901

Portland, ME $86,701

Yakima, WA $86,601

Rochester, MN $86,301

Reno, NV $86,301

Fresno, CA $86,301

Milwaukee, WI $86,201

Allentown, PA $86,101

Ann Arbor, MI $86,101

Detroit, MI $86,101

Colorado Springs, CO $85,901

Syracuse, NY $85,901

Carson City, NV $85,901

Houston, TX $85,801

Eugene, OR $85,701

Gary, IN $85,601

Bismarck, ND $85,501

Galveston, TX $85,501

Springfield, OR $85,501

Medford, OR $85,301

Fort Collins, CO $85,301

Concord, NH $85,301

Austin, TX $85,201

Mesa, AZ $85,101

Reading, PA $85,101

Dallas, TX $85,001

Phoenix, AZ $85,001

Saint Cloud, MN $84,901

Madison, WI $84,801

Utica, NY $84,601

Rochester, NY $84,401

Des Moines, IA $84,401

Raleigh, NC $84,401

Atlanta, GA $84,301

Battle Creek, MI $84,301

Salt Lake City, UT $84,301

Lancaster, PA $84,101

Harrisburg, PA $84,001

Boca Raton, FL $83,901

Columbus, OH $83,901

Fort Worth, TX $83,901

Kansas City, MO $83,901

Kansas City, KS $83,901

Champaign, IL $83,901

Cleveland, OH $83,801

Pittsburgh, PA $83,801

Richmond, VA $83,801

Indianapolis, IN $83,801

Cincinnati, OH $83,701

Las Vegas, NV $83,701

Petersburg, VA $83,501

Huntsville, AL $83,401

Lansing, MI $83,301

Lebanon, PA $83,301

Pueblo, CO $83,301

Appleton, WI $83,301

Buffalo, NY $83,301

Saint Louis, MO $83,201

Charlotte, NC $83,201

Racine, WI $83,201

Dayton, OH $83,201

York, PA $83,101

Elkhart, IN $83,101

Gastonia, NC $83,101

Billings, MT $83,101

Beaumont, TX $83,101

Lorain, OH $83,101

Binghamton, NY $83,001

Rock Hill, SC $83,001

Benton Harbor, MI $83,001

Toledo, OH $83,001

Rockford, IL $82,901

Springfield, IL $82,901

Elyria, OH $82,901

Fargo, ND $82,901

Flagstaff, AZ $82,801

Fort Lauderdale, FL $82,801

Cheyenne, WY $82,701

Grand Forks, ND $82,701

Duluth, MN $82,701

Miami, FL $82,701

Bangor, ME $82,501

Cedar Rapids, IA $82,401

Hialeah, FL $82,301

Durham, NC $82,301

Louisville, KY $82,301

Grand Rapids, MI $82,301

Casper, WY $82,201

New Orleans, LA $82,101

Scranton, PA $82,101

Virginia Beach, VA $82,001

Akron, OH $82,001

Peoria, IL $81,901

Sarasota, FL $81,901

Charleston, SC $81,801

Nashville, TN $81,801

Omaha, NE $81,801

Green Bay, WI $81,801

Baton Rouge, LA $81,801

Davenport, IA $81,701

Jamestown, NY $81,701

Tucson, AZ $81,701

Saint Petersburg, FL $81,601

Tampa, FL $81,601

Port Arthur, TX $81,501

Bradenton, FL $81,501

Evansville, IN $81,501

Santa Fe, NM $81,401

Clearwater, FL $81,201

Orlando, FL $81,201

La Crosse, WI $81,001

Canton, OH $81,001

Albuquerque, NM $80,901

Newport News, VA $80,901

High Point, NC $80,901

Ogden, UT $80,901

Norfolk, VA $80,801

Laramie, WY $80,801

Corpus Christi, TX $80,801

Rock Island, IL $80,701

Saginaw, MI $80,701

Jacksonville, FL $80,701

Salisbury, NC $80,701

Boise, ID $80,601

Moline, IL $80,601

Fort Myers, FL $80,601

Memphis, TN $80,601

Tulsa, OK $80,501

Waterloo, IA $80,501

Spartanburg, SC $80,401

Lincoln, NE $80,301

Fort Wayne, IN $80,301

Provo, UT $80,301

Cedar Falls, IA $80,201

San Antonio, TX $80,201

Greensboro, NC $80,101

South Bend, IN $80,101

Muskegon, MI $80,001

Birmingham, AL $80,001

Savannah, GA $80,001

Winston Salem, NC $79,901

Lake Charles, LA $79,701

Anderson, IN $79,701

Lexington, KY $79,701

Augusta, GA $79,701

Greenville, SC $79,701

Lima, OH $79,601

Wichita, KS $79,601

Tuscaloosa, AL $79,601

Springfield, OH $79,501

Columbia, SC $79,501

Asheville, NC $79,401

Bloomington, IN $79,301

Knoxville, TN $79,001

Shreveport, LA $79,001

Wilmington, NC $78,901

Roanoke, VA $78,901

Topeka, KS $78,701

Frankfort, KY $78,701

Melbourne, FL $78,601

Longview, TX $78,601

Chillicothe, OH $78,601

Oklahoma City, OK $78,601

Sioux Falls, SD $78,501

Mobile, AL $78,501

Terre Haute, IN $78,401

Altoona, PA $78,401

Amarillo, TX $78,301

Killeen, TX $78,301

Chattanooga, TN $78,201

Fayetteville, AR $78,201

Sioux City, IA $78,101

Idaho Falls, ID $78,101

Lynchburg, VA $78,001

Gainesville, FL $77,901

Portsmouth, OH $77,901

Clarksville, TN $77,801

Youngstown, OH $77,801

Daytona Beach, FL $77,801

Little Rock, AR $77,801

Lafayette, LA $77,801

Pensacola, FL $77,701

Temple, TX $77,701

Hopkinsville, KY $77,501

Erie, PA $77,501

Florence, SC $77,401

Great Falls, MT $77,301

Charleston, WV $77,301

Waco, TX $77,101

Fayetteville, NC $77,101

Tallahassee, FL $77,101

Macon, GA $77,101

Helena, MT $77,001

Pine Bluff, AR $77,001

Vincennes, IN $76,901

Lubbock, TX $76,901

Alamogordo, NM $76,801

Twin Falls, ID $76,701

Rapid City, SD $76,701

Parkersburg, WV $76,501

Greenville, MS $76,501

Jackson, MS $76,501

Huntington, WV $76,501

Montgomery, AL $76,401

Wichita Falls, TX $76,401

Springfield, MO $76,401

Biloxi, MS $76,301

Monroe, LA $76,201

Johnstown, PA $76,201

Columbus, GA $76,101

Sumter, SC $76,101

Pascagoula, MS $76,001

Abilene, TX $76,001

Kingsport, TN $75,701

Albany, GA $75,701

Gulfport, MS $75,701

Alexandria, LA $75,401

Fort Smith, AR $75,201

El Paso, TX $75,001

Las Cruces, NM $74,601

Harlingen, TX $74,401

Pocatello, ID $74,401

Florence, AL $74,201

Brownsville, TX $74,201

Mcallen, TX $74,001

Dothan, AL $73,901

Columbus, MS $73,401

Altus, OK $73,001

Lawton, OK $72,901

Pierre, SD $72,501

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Project Engineer I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Project Management (Mentioned in 7.92% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
RFI (Mentioned in 2.78% Job Postings): A RFI (request for information) is a common business process whose purpose is to collect written information about the capabilities of various suppliers.
Land Development (Mentioned in 1.41% Job Postings): Land development is the alteration of landscape in any number of ways such as: Changing landforms from a natural or semi-natural state for a purpose

Skills	Demand Percentage
Project Management	7.92%
RFI	2.78%
Land Development	1.41%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Construction Project Engineer I's salary.

Electrical Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Project Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
RFI: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Electrical Engineering	$95,572	11%
Project Engineering	$92,989	8%
RFI	$92,989	8%

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Construction Project Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Construction Project Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $93,510. While startup companies pay approximate $79,315.

Construction Project Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$79,315
Growth Stage	51~500	$83,824
Established	501~5000	$90,357
Enterprise	5000+	$93,510

Construction Project Engineer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Project Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Construction Project Engineer positions in MFG Durable or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Project Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Project Engineer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$111,931	$54.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$103,321	$50.0	20%

How Education impacts a Construction Project Engineer I's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Project Engineer Is enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Project Engineer I with a Associate's Degree is between $79,820 and $89,600).

Construction Project Engineer I Salaries by Degree Level

$95,900
$93,600
$91,300
$89,000
$86,700
$84,400
$82,200
$79,900

Typical Education for Construction Project Engineer I
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	0.3%
High School	3.4%
Associates	4.5%
Bachelors	75.3%
Masters	16.6%
Doctorate	0.0%

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

Understanding how a Construction Project Engineer I'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.

$77,901

Average $86,101/year

$92,501

$6,492

Average $7,175/month

$7,708

$1,498

Average $1,656/week

$1,779

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,501	$7,708	$1,779	$44
Average	$86,101	$7,175	$1,656	$41
25th Percentile	$77,901	$6,492	$1,498	$37

Construction Project Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Construction Project Engineer I, 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 $101,000 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Construction Project Engineer I

Salaries for a Construction Project Engineer I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $74,136 in 2023 to around $73,573 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Project Engineer I salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Construction Project Engineer I Over Time

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2023	$74,136
2024	$74,345
2025	$73,573
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Most common benefits for Construction Project Engineer I

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401 (k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
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Common company salaries for Construction Project Engineer I

Here are companies hiring for Construction Project Engineer I and their salaries, click below for more details.

K $114,295/per year

Kpmg Us LLP Business Services the United States

W $114,096/per year

Warner Bros Discovery Business Services the United States

D $111,927/per year

Dentsu International Ltd Business Services the United States

G $111,873/per year

GroupM Worldwide Inc Business Services the United States

C $111,651/per year

CoWorx Staffing Business Services the United States

C $110,194/per year

Contemporary Services Corp Business Services the United States

S $107,128/per year

Showcase Cinemas Business Services the United States

A $106,429/per year

Amentum Services Inc Business Services the United States

A $106,199/per year

Allied Universal Security Services LLC Business Services the United States

S $106,104/per year

Sodexo USA Business Services the United States

J $105,192/per year

JLL Technologies Business Services the United States

I $104,478/per year

Intact Insurance Group USA LLC Business Services the United States

N $101,619/per year

NielsenIQ Business Services the United States

T $101,470/per year

The Leading Edge Alliance Business Services the United States

H $101,308/per year

Honeywell UOP Business Services the United States

R $97,720/per year

Reeve & Associates Business Services the United States

M $97,584/per year

ManpowerGroup Global Inc Business Services the United States

F $95,980/per year

Financial Sys Nco Business Services the United States

A $95,314/per year

Arrow Global Ltd Business Services the United States

C $94,777/per year

CarMax Enterprise Services LLC Business Services the United States

D $94,479/per year

DZConneX Business Services the United States

A $93,802/per year

Adecco Staffing, USA Business Services the United States

R $92,937/per year

Resource MFG Business Services the United States

Z $92,774/per year

Zachry Brands Inc Business Services the United States

G $88,138/per year

Greystar Worldwide LLC Business Services the United States

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FAQ about Construction Project Engineer I

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Construction Project Engineer I?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Construction Project Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

2. Can an engineer make 300k?

While the salary range for a Construction Project Engineer typically falls between $74,301 and $105,701, reaching $300,000 is uncommon in this field. However, highly experienced professionals in leadership roles or specialized areas may command higher salaries, but this is not the standard expectation for most engineers.

3. Which engineer has more demand in USA?

While software engineering is highly in demand, construction project engineers also play a crucial role in the industry. With salaries ranging from $74,301 to $105,701, their expertise is essential for managing projects effectively. As infrastructure needs grow, the demand for construction project engineers is expected to rise, making it a valuable career choice.

4. Can you make 500k as an engineer?

Yes, but not all construction project engineers will reach that level of compensation. Based on current salary data, the minimum salary is $74,301, the mid-salary is $91,301, and the maximum salary is $105,701. To achieve higher earnings, one might consider advancing to senior roles, specializing in high-demand areas, or working for top-tier firms.

5. Is project engineer a good career?

Becoming a project engineer is a great option for those who enjoy both the overarching technical aspects and design of a project and the hands-on work of getting that project done. With salaries ranging from $74,301 to $105,701, this career offers competitive compensation, making it an attractive choice for many professionals in the construction industry.

6. What is Project Engineer 1?

Project Engineer 1 is responsible for overseeing the design and planning of large infrastructure projects. This role involves addressing complex challenges like grid interconnection and transportation planning. The salary for a Construction Project Engineer typically ranges from $74,301 to $105,701, with a midpoint of $91,301, reflecting the expertise and responsibilities involved.

7. What is the salary of a Project Engineer in the US?

The salary for a Construction Project Engineer in the US ranges from a minimum of $74,301 to a maximum of $105,701, with a mid-salary of $91,301 per year. These figures reflect the typical earnings in this role, providing a clear overview of potential compensation in the industry.

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