What are the main factors that influence a Facilities Project Engineering Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Facilities Project Engineering Director?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Facilities Project Engineering Director roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Facilities Project Engineering Director's salary?

A Facilities Project Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: a Facilities Project Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $119,105, a Facilities Project Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $136,430, a Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $162,564, a Facilities Project Engineering Director (5+ years)earns $188,300, a VP of Facilities Project Engineering (5+ years)earns $202,364,

What are the highest paying states for a Facilities Project Engineering Director?

Facilities Project Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Facilities Project Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $205,900, California $205,100, Massachusetts $202,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Facilities Project Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Facilities Project Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of Facilities Project Engineering: $199,900; VP of Facilities Engineering: $199,826; Project Engineering Director: $196,363; Facilities Engineering Director: $185,939; Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager: $160,600.

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Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Facilities Project Engineering Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Facilities Project Engineering Director in Delaware is $188,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $91.

However, a Facilities Project Engineering Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $225,463
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $181,300 to $207,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $174,836

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Facilities Project Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$207,800	$17,317	$3,996	$100
Average	$188,400	$15,700	$3,623	$91
25th Percentile	$181,300	$15,108	$3,487	$87

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Key Factors That Influence Facilities Project Engineering Director Salaries

A Facilities Project Engineering Director'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 Facilities Project Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Facilities Project Engineering Director'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:

Facilities Project Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years): $119,105
Facilities Project Engineering Manager (5+ years): $136,430
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $162,564
Facilities Project Engineering Director (5+ years): $188,300
VP of Facilities Project Engineering (5+ years): $202,364

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Supervisor	3-5 years	$119,105
Facilities Project Engineering Manager	5+ years	$136,430
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager	5+ years	$162,564
Facilities Project Engineering Director	5+ years	$188,300
VP of Facilities Project Engineering	5+ years	$202,364

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How Do Facilities Project Engineering 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 Facilities Project Engineering Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $205,900.
California: $205,100.
Massachusetts: $202,400.

District of Columbia $205,900 California $205,100 Massachusetts $202,400 Washington $201,700 New Jersey $201,600 Alaska $201,300 Connecticut $198,800 New York $197,700

Hawaii $194,400 Rhode Island $192,800 Maryland $191,800 Minnesota $190,300 Colorado $189,800 Illinois $189,600 Oregon $188,900 Delaware $188,400

New Hampshire $188,000 Virginia $187,300 Pennsylvania $185,200 Nevada $184,100 North Dakota $183,700 Michigan $183,200 Wisconsin $183,000 Vermont $182,500

Texas $181,400 Maine $181,300 Arizona $181,200 Ohio $181,100 Georgia $179,400 Indiana $178,500 Wyoming $178,400 Utah $178,100

Iowa $178,000 Kansas $177,100 Louisiana $176,800 North Carolina $176,700 Missouri $176,700 Florida $176,000 Montana $175,600 Nebraska $175,200

Kentucky $175,000 South Carolina $174,300 Tennessee $173,800 Idaho $173,600 New Mexico $172,300 Oklahoma $172,000 Alabama $170,900 South Dakota $169,000

Arkansas $168,000 West Virginia $167,500 Mississippi $165,900

Top Paying Cities for Facilities Project Engineering Directors

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:

Lincoln: $187,500
Little Creek: $188,900
Magnolia: $188,600

Lincoln, DE $187,500 Little Creek, DE $188,900 Magnolia, DE $188,600 Milford, DE $188,000 Marydel, DE $188,300 Millsboro, DE $186,700 Millville, DE $187,000 Milton, DE $187,300

Nassau, DE $187,500 Ocean View, DE $187,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $187,300 Seaford, DE $187,400 Selbyville, DE $186,700 Smyrna, DE $189,000 Viola, DE $188,100 Woodside, DE $188,600

Bear, DE $188,200 Newark, DE $188,100 Claymont, DE $188,500 Delaware City, DE $188,300 Hockessin, DE $188,100 Kirkwood, DE $188,300 Middletown, DE $188,400 Montchanin, DE $188,200

New Castle, DE $188,200 Odessa, DE $188,500 Port Penn, DE $188,600 Rockland, DE $188,200 Saint Georges, DE $188,300 Townsend, DE $188,600 Winterthur, DE $188,200 Lewes, DE $187,400

Wilmington, DE $188,100 Dover, DE $188,900 Dover Afb, DE $187,900 Bethany Beach, DE $186,800 Bethel, DE $187,000 Bridgeville, DE $187,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $188,300 Cheswold, DE $188,800

Clayton, DE $188,800 Dagsboro, DE $186,600 Delmar, DE $186,300 Ellendale, DE $186,900 Felton, DE $188,000 Fenwick Island, DE $186,700 Frankford, DE $186,400 Frederica, DE $188,100

Georgetown, DE $186,600 Greenwood, DE $187,400 Harbeson, DE $186,800 Harrington, DE $187,700 Hartly, DE $188,300 Houston, DE $187,500 Kenton, DE $188,800 Laurel, DE $186,500

Yorklyn, DE $188,200

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Facilities Project Engineering Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $210,724. While startup companies pay approximate $178,209.

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$178,209
Growth Stage	51~500	$188,484
Established	501~5000	$203,494
Enterprise	5000+	$210,724

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Facilities Project Engineering Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 52% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Facilities Project Engineering Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Facilities Project Engineering Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Facilities Project Engineering Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$229,848	$111.0	22%
Biotechnology	$226,080	$109.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$226,080	$109.0	20%
Software & Networking	$226,080	$109.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$222,312	$107.0	18%

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Facilities Project Engineering 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.

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$181,300

Average $188,400/year

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Average $3,623/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$207,800	$17,317	$3,996	$100
Average	$188,400	$15,700	$3,623	$91
25th Percentile	$181,300	$15,108	$3,487	$87

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Facilities Project Engineering Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Facilities Project Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $202,400 - a projected growth of 7% over your current level.

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