Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director in the United States is $219,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $105.

However, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $253,979
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $196,300 to $237,500
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $175,269
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Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $237,500 $19,792 $4,567 $114
Average $219,400 $18,283 $4,219 $105
25th Percentile $196,300 $16,358 $3,775 $94
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Key Factors That Influence Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director Salaries

An Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director 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 Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $242,000.
  • Massachusetts: $238,800.
  • New Jersey: $237,800

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director'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.

Last Updated on November 01, 2025

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 53.3%
Bonuses 24.0%
Social Security 3.7%
401k/403b 2.6%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 2.0%
Pension 3.3%
Time Off 9.5%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $219,400 53.3%
Bonus $98,900 24.0%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $15,069 3.7%
401K/403B $10,500 2.6%
Disability $6,366 1.5%
Healthcare $8,352 2.0%
Pension $13,500 3.3%
Time Off $39,175 9.5%
Total Compensation $411,262 100%
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