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Hourly Wage for Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.?

As of August 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. in the United States is $53, which translates to an annual salary of about $109,890.

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): $61 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48 to $57 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44 per hour
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Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $119,090 $9,924 $2,290 $57
Average $109,890 $9,158 $2,113 $53
25th Percentile $100,690 $8,391 $1,936 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salaries

A Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.'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 Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.'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:

  • Internal Project Manager IV (7+ years): $130,589
  • Internal Project Manager V (7-10 years): $154,006
  • Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. (10+ years): $109,864
  • Internal Project Management Manager (10+ years): $146,987
  • Internal Project Management Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $171,324
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Internal Project Manager IV7+ years$130,589
Internal Project Manager V7-10 years$154,006
Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.10+ years$109,864
Internal Project Management Manager10+ years$146,987
Internal Project Management Manager, Sr.10+ years$171,324
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Top Paying Cities for Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.s

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: $138,590
  • San Francisco: $137,090
  • Oakland: $134,190

What Skills Can Increase a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.'s Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 20.1% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Quality Assurance (Mentioned in 1.5% Job Postings): Verifying the adherence of product with required specifications and expectations to track and resolve deficiencies prior to product release.
  • Logistics (Mentioned in 1.23% Job Postings): In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 20.1%
Quality Assurance 1.5%
Logistics 1.23%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.'s salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • 5S: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Business To Business: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$119,780
9%
5S
$118,681
8%
Business To Business
$117,582
7%
Procurement
$117,582
7%
Presentation
$116,483
6%
Program Management
$116,483
6%
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Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $123,016. While startup companies pay approximate $104,068.

Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$104,068
Growth Stage51~500$110,064
Established501~5000$118,793
Enterprise5000+$123,016

Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$137,362$66.025%
Internet$131,868$63.020%
Energy & Utilities$126,373$61.015%
Financial Services$120,879$58.010%
Pharmaceuticals$120,879$58.010%

Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.'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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Salary Trends for Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.

Salaries for a Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $104,779 in 2023 to around $104,812 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. Over Time

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2023
$104,779
2024
$106,112
2025
$104,812
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2024 $106,112
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FAQ about Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Project Administration Supervisor, Sr.?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Administration Supervisor, Sr. roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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