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 $89,194, a Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate (2-4 years)earns $104,594, a Construction Project Engineer - Senior (4-7 years)earns $124,164,

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 $94,901, 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: $119,800; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,757; Construction Project Engineer: $105,572; Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate: $100,900; Project Engineer II - Construction: $100,882.

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Construction Project Engineer I Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Construction Project Engineer I make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Project Engineer I in Rhode Island is $89,201 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,001
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,701 to $95,901
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,962

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Construction Project Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,901	$7,992	$1,844	$46
Average	$89,201	$7,433	$1,715	$43
25th Percentile	$80,701	$6,725	$1,552	$39

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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 your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Project Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Project Engineer I'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 I (0-2 years): $89,194
Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate (2-4 years): $104,594
Construction Project Engineer - Senior (4-7 years): $124,164

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Construction Project Engineer I	0-2 years	$89,194
Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate	2-4 years	$104,594
Construction Project Engineer - Senior	4-7 years	$124,164

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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: $94,901.
Massachusetts: $93,701.

District of Columbia $95,301 California $94,901 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 $89,201 Maryland $88,801 Minnesota $88,101 Colorado $87,801 Illinois $87,701 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 $81,801 North Carolina $81,801 Missouri $81,801 Florida $81,401 Montana $81,301 Nebraska $81,101

Kentucky $81,001 South Carolina $80,701 Tennessee $80,401 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:

Adamsville: $90,401
Albion: $89,601
Ashaway: $90,201

Adamsville, RI $90,401 Albion, RI $89,601 Ashaway, RI $90,201 Barrington, RI $89,401 Block Island, RI $89,901 Bradford, RI $90,101 Bristol, RI $89,701 Carolina, RI $90,001

Charlestown, RI $90,001 Chepachet, RI $89,801 Clayville, RI $89,601 Coventry, RI $89,601 West Greenwich, RI $89,801 East Greenwich, RI $89,501 Exeter, RI $89,801 Fiskeville, RI $89,401

Forestdale, RI $90,001 Foster, RI $89,801 Glendale, RI $90,101 Greene, RI $89,901 Greenville, RI $89,401 Harmony, RI $89,501 Harrisville, RI $90,001 Hope, RI $89,401

Hope Valley, RI $90,101 Hopkinton, RI $90,201 Jamestown, RI $89,901 Kenyon, RI $90,001 Little Compton, RI $90,301 Manville, RI $89,701 Mapleville, RI $89,901 Newport, RI $90,001

Middletown, RI $90,101 North Kingstown, RI $89,701 North Scituate, RI $89,501 Oakland, RI $90,001 Pascoag, RI $90,101 Pawtucket, RI $89,201 Central Falls, RI $89,301 Cumberland, RI $89,801

Lincoln, RI $89,401 Portsmouth, RI $90,001 Prudence Island, RI $89,801 Rockville, RI $90,201 Saunderstown, RI $89,901 Shannock, RI $90,001 Slatersville, RI $90,001 Slocum, RI $89,901

Tiverton, RI $90,301 Wakefield, RI $89,901 Kingston, RI $89,901 Narragansett, RI $90,001 Peace Dale, RI $89,901 Warren, RI $89,601 Warwick, RI $89,301 Westerly, RI $90,201

West Kingston, RI $89,901 West Warwick, RI $89,501 Wood River Junction, RI $90,101 Woonsocket, RI $90,101 North Smithfield, RI $89,801 Wyoming, RI $90,001 Providence, RI $89,201 Cranston, RI $89,201

North Providence, RI $89,201 East Providence, RI $89,201 Riverside, RI $89,201 Rumford, RI $89,201 Smithfield, RI $89,401 Johnston, RI $89,301

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.

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$80,701

Average $89,201/year

$95,901

$6,725

Average $7,433/month

$7,992

$1,552

Average $1,715/week

$1,844

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,901	$7,992	$1,844	$46
Average	$89,201	$7,433	$1,715	$43
25th Percentile	$80,701	$6,725	$1,552	$39

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 $104,600 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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