What are the main factors that influence a Project Field Superintendent'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 Project Field Superintendent?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Field Superintendent roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Project Field Superintendent's salary?

A Project Field Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Project Field Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $112,908, a Head Construction Field Superintendent (3-5 years)earns $132,074, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $149,224, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $173,186,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Field Superintendent?

Project Field Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Field Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $123,450, California $122,980, Massachusetts $121,340. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Field Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Project Field Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: Head Construction Field Superintendent: $130,500; Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.: $130,418; Field Superintendent/Manager: $125,878; Plant Operations Superintendent: $122,400; Plant Production Superintendent: $122,360.

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Project Field Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Field Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Field Superintendent in Delaware is $112,910 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Project Field Superintendent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,962
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,090 to $127,070
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,329

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Project Field Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,070	$10,589	$2,444	$61
Average	$112,910	$9,409	$2,171	$54
25th Percentile	$101,090	$8,424	$1,944	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Project Field Superintendent Salaries

A Project Field Superintendent'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 Field Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Field Superintendent'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:

Project Field Superintendent (0-3 years): $112,908
Head Construction Field Superintendent (3-5 years): $132,074
Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years): $149,224
Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years): $173,186

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Field Superintendent	0-3 years	$112,908
Head Construction Field Superintendent	3-5 years	$132,074
Resident Construction Manager I	5+ years	$149,224
Resident Construction Manager II	5+ years	$173,186

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How Do Project Field Superintendent 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 Project Field Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $123,450.
California: $122,980.
Massachusetts: $121,340.

District of Columbia $123,450 California $122,980 Massachusetts $121,340 Washington $120,900 New Jersey $120,850 Alaska $120,700 Connecticut $119,160 New York $118,530

Hawaii $116,540 Rhode Island $115,600 Maryland $114,960 Minnesota $114,090 Colorado $113,760 Illinois $113,650 Oregon $113,230 Delaware $112,910

New Hampshire $112,720 Virginia $112,280 Pennsylvania $111,000 Nevada $110,350 North Dakota $110,140 Michigan $109,800 Wisconsin $109,680 Vermont $109,430

Texas $108,750 Maine $108,710 Arizona $108,640 Ohio $108,560 Georgia $107,540 Indiana $107,030 Wyoming $106,930 Utah $106,770

Iowa $106,700 Kansas $106,170 Louisiana $106,010 North Carolina $105,960 Missouri $105,930 Florida $105,500 Montana $105,260 Nebraska $105,040

Kentucky $104,920 South Carolina $104,470 Tennessee $104,190 Idaho $104,080 New Mexico $103,270 Oklahoma $103,090 Alabama $102,430 South Dakota $101,330

Arkansas $100,730 West Virginia $100,400 Mississippi $99,430

Top Paying Cities for Project Field Superintendents

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: $112,400
Little Creek: $113,230
Magnolia: $113,060

Lincoln, DE $112,400 Little Creek, DE $113,230 Magnolia, DE $113,060 Milford, DE $112,690 Marydel, DE $112,880 Millsboro, DE $111,930 Millville, DE $112,110 Milton, DE $112,300

Nassau, DE $112,380 Ocean View, DE $112,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $112,300 Seaford, DE $112,370 Selbyville, DE $111,900 Smyrna, DE $113,310 Viola, DE $112,780 Woodside, DE $113,090

Bear, DE $112,830 Newark, DE $112,780 Claymont, DE $113,010 Delaware City, DE $112,900 Hockessin, DE $112,770 Kirkwood, DE $112,880 Middletown, DE $112,920 Montchanin, DE $112,800

New Castle, DE $112,820 Odessa, DE $112,970 Port Penn, DE $113,050 Rockland, DE $112,810 Saint Georges, DE $112,880 Townsend, DE $113,060 Winterthur, DE $112,820 Lewes, DE $112,340

Wilmington, DE $112,780 Dover, DE $113,230 Dover Afb, DE $112,630 Bethany Beach, DE $111,970 Bethel, DE $112,080 Bridgeville, DE $112,350 Camden Wyoming, DE $112,910 Cheswold, DE $113,190

Clayton, DE $113,190 Dagsboro, DE $111,890 Delmar, DE $111,710 Ellendale, DE $112,050 Felton, DE $112,680 Fenwick Island, DE $111,920 Frankford, DE $111,720 Frederica, DE $112,790

Georgetown, DE $111,850 Greenwood, DE $112,370 Harbeson, DE $111,970 Harrington, DE $112,540 Hartly, DE $112,890 Houston, DE $112,380 Kenton, DE $113,200 Laurel, DE $111,780

Yorklyn, DE $112,810

Project Field Superintendent Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Project Field Superintendent salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $126,289. While startup companies pay approximate $106,803.

Project Field Superintendent Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$106,803
Growth Stage	51~500	$112,961
Established	501~5000	$121,956
Enterprise	5000+	$126,289

Project Field Superintendent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Field Superintendent 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 Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Project Field Superintendent positions in Retail & Wholesale or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Field Superintendent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Field Superintendent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$146,783	$71.0	30%
Biotechnology	$135,492	$65.0	20%
Software & Networking	$135,492	$65.0	20%
Internet	$129,846	$62.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$124,201	$60.0	10%

Project Field Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Field Superintendent'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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$101,090

Average $112,910/year

$127,070

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Average $9,409/month

$10,589

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Average $2,171/week

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Average $54/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,070	$10,589	$2,444	$61
Average	$112,910	$9,409	$2,171	$54
25th Percentile	$101,090	$8,424	$1,944	$49

Project Field Superintendent Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Field Superintendent, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Head Construction Field Superintendent role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $132,100 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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