What are the main factors that influence a Civil Engineering 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 Civil Engineering Manager's salary?

A Civil Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Civil Engineering Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $85,511, a Civil Engineering Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $117,999, a Civil Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $145,158, a Civil Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $176,247, a Civil Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $198,412,

What are the highest paying states for a Civil Engineering Manager?

Civil Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $158,704, California $158,102, Massachusetts $155,995. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Civil Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Civil Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Civil Engineering Senior Manager: $174,037; Civil Engineering Project Manager: $144,817; Civil Infrastructure Engineering Manager: $143,340; Supervisor, Experienced - Civil Engineering: $116,600; Supervisor, Entry - Civil Engineering: $84,500.

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Civil Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Engineering Manager in Delaware is $145,158 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

However, a Civil Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,116
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,324 to $158,222
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,549

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Civil Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,222	$13,185	$3,043	$76
Average	$145,158	$12,097	$2,792	$70
25th Percentile	$133,324	$11,110	$2,564	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Civil Engineering Manager Salaries

A Civil Engineering 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 Civil Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil Engineering 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:

Civil Engineering Supervisor I (12+ years): $85,511
Civil Engineering Supervisor II (12+ years): $117,999
Civil Engineering Manager (12+ years): $145,158
Civil Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $176,247
Civil Engineering Director (12+ years): $198,412

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Civil Engineering Supervisor I	12+ years	$85,511
Civil Engineering Supervisor II	12+ years	$117,999
Civil Engineering Manager	12+ years	$145,158
Civil Engineering Senior Manager	12+ years	$176,247
Civil Engineering Director	12+ years	$198,412

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How Do Civil Engineering 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 Civil Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $158,704.
California: $158,102.
Massachusetts: $155,995.

District of Columbia $158,704 California $158,102 Massachusetts $155,995 Washington $155,421 New Jersey $155,364 Alaska $155,163 Connecticut $153,185 New York $152,383

Hawaii $149,817 Rhode Island $148,613 Maryland $147,796 Minnesota $146,678 Colorado $146,248 Illinois $146,104 Oregon $145,560 Delaware $145,158

New Hampshire $144,906 Virginia $144,341 Pennsylvania $142,693 Nevada $141,862 North Dakota $141,589 Michigan $141,159 Wisconsin $141,002 Vermont $140,686

Texas $139,812 Maine $139,755 Arizona $139,669 Ohio $139,568 Georgia $138,250 Indiana $137,590 Wyoming $137,461 Utah $137,260

Iowa $137,174 Kansas $136,486 Louisiana $136,286 North Carolina $136,214 Missouri $136,185 Florida $135,626 Montana $135,325 Nebraska $135,039

Kentucky $134,881 South Carolina $134,308 Tennessee $133,949 Idaho $133,806 New Mexico $132,760 Oklahoma $132,530 Alabama $131,685 South Dakota $130,266

Arkansas $129,492 West Virginia $129,076 Mississippi $127,829

Top Paying Cities for Civil Engineering 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: $150,233
Little Creek: $148,842
Magnolia: $149,459

Lincoln, DE $150,233 Little Creek, DE $148,842 Magnolia, DE $149,459 Milford, DE $150,233 Marydel, DE $148,283 Millsboro, DE $150,233 Millville, DE $151,236 Milton, DE $150,233

Nassau, DE $150,233 Ocean View, DE $151,236 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,236 Seaford, DE $148,656 Selbyville, DE $151,236 Smyrna, DE $148,111 Viola, DE $149,459 Woodside, DE $149,029

Bear, DE $147,022 Newark, DE $147,079 Claymont, DE $147,194 Delaware City, DE $147,079 Hockessin, DE $147,194 Kirkwood, DE $147,079 Middletown, DE $147,810 Montchanin, DE $147,194

New Castle, DE $147,194 Odessa, DE $148,011 Port Penn, DE $146,678 Rockland, DE $147,194 Saint Georges, DE $147,079 Townsend, DE $147,796 Winterthur, DE $147,194 Lewes, DE $150,233

Wilmington, DE $147,194 Dover, DE $148,771 Dover Afb, DE $149,115 Bethany Beach, DE $151,236 Bethel, DE $148,656 Bridgeville, DE $150,233 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,928 Cheswold, DE $148,426

Clayton, DE $148,054 Dagsboro, DE $151,236 Delmar, DE $148,656 Ellendale, DE $150,233 Felton, DE $150,233 Fenwick Island, DE $151,236 Frankford, DE $151,236 Frederica, DE $150,233

Georgetown, DE $150,233 Greenwood, DE $150,233 Harbeson, DE $150,233 Harrington, DE $150,233 Hartly, DE $147,982 Houston, DE $150,233 Kenton, DE $148,054 Laurel, DE $148,656

Yorklyn, DE $147,194

Civil Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil Engineering 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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$133,324

Average $145,158/year

$158,222

$11,110

Average $12,097/month

$13,185

$2,564

Average $2,792/week

$3,043

$64

Average $70/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,222	$13,185	$3,043	$76
Average	$145,158	$12,097	$2,792	$70
25th Percentile	$133,324	$11,110	$2,564	$64

Civil Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Civil Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Civil Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $176,247 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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