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How much does a Drafting Projects Manager make in the United States? The average Drafting Projects Manager salary in the United States is $136,590 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $120,290 and $158,290. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Drafting Projects Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drafting Projects Manager Salary $105,450 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Drafting Projects Manager Salary $120,290 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Drafting Projects Manager Salary $136,590 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Drafting Projects Manager Salary $158,290 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Drafting Projects Manager Salary $178,047 US March 26, 2024
25% $120,290 10% $105,450 90% $178,047 75% $158,290 $136,590 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Drafting Projects Manager establishes departmental standards for software, techniques, and tools to prepare technical drawings. Manages a team of computer-aided design (CAD) drafters, designers, and/or technicians. Being a Drafting Projects Manager establishes deadlines, develops goals, and determines production standards for the department. Utilizes CAD tools to facilitate benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, and testing protocols. In addition, Drafting Projects Manager coordinates with engineers, designers, and/or CAD drafters to ensure stakeholder satisfaction with projects. Evaluates project results to design, develop, and implement guidelines and procedures to improve efficiencies. Recommends potential new uses for CAD within the organization. Uses knowledge of the field to keep the department's software, techniques, and tools up to date. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Drafting Projects Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Drafting Projects Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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