Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salary in California

How much does a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. in California is $143,851 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,862
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,335 to $161,653
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,850
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Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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75th Percentile $161,653 $13,471 $3,109 $78
Average $143,851 $11,988 $2,766 $69
25th Percentile $132,335 $11,028 $2,545 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salaries

A Construction Field Superintendent, 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 Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Field Superintendent, 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:

  • Construction Field Superintendent (0-3 years): $122,976
  • Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years): $143,851
  • Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years): $162,530
  • Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years): $188,628
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Construction Field Superintendent0-3 years$122,976
Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.3-5 years$143,851
Resident Construction Manager I5+ years$162,530
Resident Construction Manager II5+ years$188,628
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Top Paying Cities for Construction Field Superintendent, 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:

  • Los Angeles: $144,099
  • West Hollywood: $143,995
  • Dodgertown: $144,098

Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $160,896. While startup companies pay approximate $136,070.

Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$136,070
Growth Stage51~500$143,915
Established501~5000$155,376
Enterprise5000+$160,896

Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 130% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$201,391$97.040%
Pharmaceuticals$194,199$93.035%
Financial Services$187,006$90.030%
Construction$179,814$86.025%
Aerospace & Defense$172,621$83.020%

Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Field Superintendent, 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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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$132,335
Average $143,851/year
$161,653
$11,028
Average $11,988/month
$13,471
$2,545
Average $2,766/week
$3,109
$64
Average $69/hour
$78
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $161,653 $13,471 $3,109 $78
Average $143,851 $11,988 $2,766 $69
25th Percentile $132,335 $11,028 $2,545 $64

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