upper level job

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Infrastructure Engineering Director make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Infrastructure Engineering Director in the United States is $185,970 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $222,307
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $179,050 to $204,990
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,750
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered Talent
Recruit with AI
View as table View as graph 25% $179,050 10% $172,750 90% $222,307 75% $204,990 $185,970 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $204,990 $17,083 $3,942 $99
Average $185,970 $15,498 $3,576 $89
25th Percentile $179,050 $14,921 $3,443 $86
Check out Infrastructure Engineering Director Job Openings in the United States
Midwest Engineering Director

Toole Design - Columbus, OH

Director of Civil Engineering

Harrison Consulting Solutions - Columbus, OH

Senior Director Software Engineering

JPMorganChase - Columbus, OH

Director of Software Engineering

hackajob - Columbus, OH

Search More Infrastructure Engineering Director Jobs in the United States

Key Factors That Influence Infrastructure Engineering Director Salaries

An Infrastructure 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 Infrastructure Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Infrastructure 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): $117,610
  • Facilities Project Engineering Manager (5+ years): $134,727
  • Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $160,534
  • Infrastructure Engineering Director (5+ years): $185,965
  • VP of Facilities Project Engineering (5+ years): $199,809
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Supervisor3-5 years$117,610
Facilities Project Engineering Manager5+ years$134,727
Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager5+ years$160,534
Infrastructure Engineering Director5+ years$185,965
VP of Facilities Project Engineering5+ years$199,809
$117,610 Facilitie...
$134,727 Facilitie...
$160,534 Facilitie...
$185,965 Infrastru...
$199,809 VP of Fac...
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Infrastructure 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:

  • San Jose: $234,560
  • San Francisco: $231,990
  • Oakland: $227,110

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Infrastructure Engineering Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $208,183. While startup companies pay approximate $176,118.

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$176,118
Growth Stage51~500$186,265
Established501~5000$201,037
Enterprise5000+$208,183

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Infrastructure 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, Infrastructure Engineering Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Infrastructure Engineering Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Infrastructure Engineering Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$226,883$109.022%
Biotechnology$223,164$107.020%
Pharmaceuticals$223,164$107.020%
Software & Networking$223,164$107.020%
Energy & Utilities$219,445$106.018%

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Infrastructure 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Infrastructure Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

For an Infrastructure 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 $199,900 - a projected growth of 7% over your current level.

Most common benefits for Infrastructure Engineering Director

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Infrastructure Engineering Director

Here are companies hiring for Infrastructure Engineering Director and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Infrastructure Engineering Director Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Infrastructure Engineering Director job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
  • Socket.dev

    Columbus, OH

    Socket.dev | Columbus, OH

    Your opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of financial services is waiting for you. Let’s push the boundaries of what's possible together... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement

    Columbus, OH

    Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement | Columbus, OH

    We're building a world of health around every individual – shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Next Frontier Capital

    Columbus, OH

    Next Frontier Capital | Columbus, OH

    JPMorgan Chase is on a journey to be the most recommended financial partner for small business owners in our communities as they start, run, and grow their... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Fairygodboss

    Columbus, OH

    Fairygodboss | Columbus, OH

    If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity just for you. As a Director of Software Enginee... more

    5 Days Ago

  • JPMorgan Chase & Co.

    Columbus, OH

    JPMorgan Chase & Co. | Columbus, OH

    If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we’ve got an opportunity just for you. As a Director of Software Enginee... more

    7 Days Ago

  • JPMorgan Chase & Co.

    Columbus, OH

    JPMorgan Chase & Co. | Columbus, OH

    Your opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of financial services is waiting for you. Let's push the boundaries of what's possible together... more

    5 Days Ago

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

FAQ about Infrastructure Engineering Director

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Infrastructure Engineering Director?

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

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst
lower level job