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Hourly Wage for Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager?

As of August 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager in the United States is $83, which translates to an annual salary of about $172,300.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $103 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75 to $93 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68 per hour
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Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $194,000 $16,167 $3,731 $93
Average $172,300 $14,358 $3,313 $83
25th Percentile $156,200 $13,017 $3,004 $75
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Key Factors That Influence Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salaries

An Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager'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 Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager'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:

  • Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (3-5 years): $117,059
  • Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager (5+ years): $150,486
  • Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager (5+ years): $172,276
  • Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years): $196,385
  • Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director (5+ years): $219,579
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead3-5 years$117,059
Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager5+ years$150,486
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager5+ years$172,276
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects5+ years$196,385
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director5+ years$219,579
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How Do Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager 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 Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $190,800.
  • California: $190,100.
  • Massachusetts: $187,500.

Top Paying Cities for Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Managers

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: $217,300
  • San Francisco: $215,000
  • Oakland: $210,400

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $192,880. While startup companies pay approximate $163,172.

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$163,172
Growth Stage51~500$172,574
Established501~5000$186,260
Enterprise5000+$192,880

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$241,220$116.040%
Pharmaceuticals$232,605$112.035%
Software & Networking$223,990$108.030%
Biotechnology$215,375$104.025%
Energy & Utilities$206,760$99.020%

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

Understanding how an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager'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 August 01, 2026

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FAQ about Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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