What are the main factors that influence a Technical Project Estimating Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Technical Project Estimating Manager's salary?

A Technical Project Estimating Manager's salary grows with experience: a Project Cost Estimator Lead (10+ years)earns $89,235, a Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $125,658, a Technical Project Estimating Manager (10+ years)earns $143,060, a Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $178,450, a Technical Project Estimating Director (10+ years)earns $207,210,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Project Estimating Manager?

Technical Project Estimating Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Project Estimating Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,410, California $155,820, Massachusetts $153,740. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Project Estimating Manager roles make?

Salaries for Technical Project Estimating Manager level roles vary by specialization: Technical Project Estimating Director: $204,620; Cost Estimating Director: $204,611; Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager: $176,300; Cost Estimating Senior Manager: $176,212; Cost Estimating Manager: $141,266.

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Technical Project Estimating Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Technical Project Estimating Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Project Estimating Manager in Delaware is $143,070 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, a Technical Project Estimating Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,740
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,440 to $157,030
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,031

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Technical Project Estimating Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,030	$13,086	$3,020	$75
Average	$143,070	$11,923	$2,751	$69
25th Percentile	$129,440	$10,787	$2,489	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Project Estimating Manager Salaries

A Technical Project Estimating Manager'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 Technical Project Estimating Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Project Estimating Manager'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 Cost Estimator Lead (10+ years): $89,235
Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $125,658
Technical Project Estimating Manager (10+ years): $143,060
Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager (10+ years): $178,450
Technical Project Estimating Director (10+ years): $207,210

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Cost Estimator Lead	10+ years	$89,235
Technical Project Estimating Senior Supervisor	10+ years	$125,658
Technical Project Estimating Manager	10+ years	$143,060
Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager	10+ years	$178,450
Technical Project Estimating Director	10+ years	$207,210

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How Do Technical Project Estimating Manager 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 Technical Project Estimating Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,410.
California: $155,820.
Massachusetts: $153,740.

District of Columbia $156,410 California $155,820 Massachusetts $153,740 Washington $153,180 New Jersey $153,120 Alaska $152,930 Connecticut $150,980 New York $150,180

Hawaii $147,660 Rhode Island $146,470 Maryland $145,660 Minnesota $144,560 Colorado $144,140 Illinois $144,000 Oregon $143,460 Delaware $143,070

New Hampshire $142,820 Virginia $142,260 Pennsylvania $140,640 Nevada $139,820 North Dakota $139,550 Michigan $139,120 Wisconsin $138,970 Vermont $138,660

Texas $137,800 Maine $137,740 Arizona $137,650 Ohio $137,560 Georgia $136,260 Indiana $135,610 Wyoming $135,480 Utah $135,280

Iowa $135,200 Kansas $134,520 Louisiana $134,320 North Carolina $134,250 Missouri $134,220 Florida $133,670 Montana $133,370 Nebraska $133,090

Kentucky $132,940 South Carolina $132,370 Tennessee $132,020 Idaho $131,880 New Mexico $130,850 Oklahoma $130,620 Alabama $129,790 South Dakota $128,390

Arkansas $127,620 West Virginia $127,220 Mississippi $125,990

Top Paying Cities for Technical Project Estimating Managers

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: $148,070
Little Creek: $146,700
Magnolia: $147,300

Lincoln, DE $148,070 Little Creek, DE $146,700 Magnolia, DE $147,300 Milford, DE $148,070 Marydel, DE $146,140 Millsboro, DE $148,070 Millville, DE $149,050 Milton, DE $148,070

Nassau, DE $148,070 Ocean View, DE $149,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $149,050 Seaford, DE $146,510 Selbyville, DE $149,050 Smyrna, DE $145,980 Viola, DE $147,300 Woodside, DE $146,880

Bear, DE $144,900 Newark, DE $144,960 Claymont, DE $145,070 Delaware City, DE $144,960 Hockessin, DE $145,070 Kirkwood, DE $144,960 Middletown, DE $145,680 Montchanin, DE $145,070

New Castle, DE $145,070 Odessa, DE $145,880 Port Penn, DE $144,560 Rockland, DE $145,070 Saint Georges, DE $144,960 Townsend, DE $145,660 Winterthur, DE $145,070 Lewes, DE $148,070

Wilmington, DE $145,070 Dover, DE $146,620 Dover Afb, DE $146,960 Bethany Beach, DE $149,050 Bethel, DE $146,510 Bridgeville, DE $148,070 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,780 Cheswold, DE $146,290

Clayton, DE $145,920 Dagsboro, DE $149,050 Delmar, DE $146,510 Ellendale, DE $148,070 Felton, DE $148,070 Fenwick Island, DE $149,050 Frankford, DE $149,050 Frederica, DE $148,070

Georgetown, DE $148,070 Greenwood, DE $148,070 Harbeson, DE $148,070 Harrington, DE $148,070 Hartly, DE $145,850 Houston, DE $148,070 Kenton, DE $145,920 Laurel, DE $146,510

Yorklyn, DE $145,070

Technical Project Estimating Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Project Estimating Manager'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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$129,440

Average $143,070/year

$157,030

$10,787

Average $11,923/month

$13,086

$2,489

Average $2,751/week

$3,020

$62

Average $69/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,030	$13,086	$3,020	$75
Average	$143,070	$11,923	$2,751	$69
25th Percentile	$129,440	$10,787	$2,489	$62

Technical Project Estimating Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Technical Project Estimating Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technical Project Estimating Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $178,500 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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