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Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary in New York

How much does a Facilities Project Engineering Director make in New York?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Facilities Project Engineering Director in New York is $197,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $236,673
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $190,400 to $218,100
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $183,754
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Facilities Project Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $218,100 $18,175 $4,194 $105
Average $197,700 $16,475 $3,802 $95
25th Percentile $190,400 $15,867 $3,662 $92
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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): $125,032
  • Facilities Project Engineering Manager (5+ years): $143,220
  • Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $170,654
  • Facilities Project Engineering Director (5+ years): $197,672
  • VP of Facilities Project Engineering (5+ years): $212,435
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Supervisor3-5 years$125,032
Facilities Project Engineering Manager5+ years$143,220
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager5+ years$170,654
Facilities Project Engineering Director5+ years$197,672
VP of Facilities Project Engineering5+ years$212,435
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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:

  • Holtsville: $204,100
  • Brentwood: $203,700
  • Brightwaters: $201,900

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 $221,126. While startup companies pay approximate $187,006.

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$187,006
Growth Stage51~500$197,788
Established501~5000$213,539
Enterprise5000+$221,126

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$241,194$116.022%
Biotechnology$237,240$114.020%
Pharmaceuticals$237,240$114.020%
Software & Networking$237,240$114.020%
Energy & Utilities$233,286$112.018%

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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$190,400
Average $197,700/year
$218,100
$15,867
Average $16,475/month
$18,175
$3,662
Average $3,802/week
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Average $95/hour
$105
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $218,100 $18,175 $4,194 $105
Average $197,700 $16,475 $3,802 $95
25th Percentile $190,400 $15,867 $3,662 $92

Facilities Project Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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VP of Facilities Project Engineering

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 $212,500 - a projected growth of 7% over your current level.

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