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Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salary in Illinois

How much does a Contracts Administrator II - Construction make in Illinois?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contracts Administrator II - Construction in Illinois is $82,484 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Contracts Administrator II - Construction's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,721
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,253 to $86,795
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,759
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Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $86,795 $7,233 $1,669 $42
Average $82,484 $6,874 $1,586 $40
25th Percentile $74,253 $6,188 $1,428 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salaries

A Contracts Administrator II - Construction'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 Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Contracts Administrator II - Construction'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:

  • Contracts Administrator I - Construction (0-2 years): $66,815
  • Contracts Administrator II - Construction (2-4 years): $82,484
  • Contracts Administrator III - Construction (4-7 years): $93,340
  • Contracts Administrator IV - Construction (7+ years): $112,547
  • Contracts Administrator V - Construction (7-10 years): $160,328
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Contracts Administrator I - Construction0-2 years$66,815
Contracts Administrator II - Construction2-4 years$82,484
Contracts Administrator III - Construction4-7 years$93,340
Contracts Administrator IV - Construction7+ years$112,547
Contracts Administrator V - Construction7-10 years$160,328
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Top Paying Cities for Contracts Administrator II - Constructions

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:

  • Effingham: $76,034
  • Saint Peter: $75,929
  • Salem: $76,218

Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Contracts Administrator II - Construction salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,668. While startup companies pay approximate $76,034.

Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$76,034
Growth Stage51~500$80,361
Established501~5000$86,650
Enterprise5000+$89,668

Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Contracts Administrator II - Construction 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 Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Contracts Administrator II - Construction positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Contracts Administrator II - Construction as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Contracts Administrator II - Construction

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$107,229$52.030%
Energy & Utilities$90,732$44.010%

Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Contracts Administrator II - Construction'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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$74,253
Average $82,484/year
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Average $6,874/month
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Average $1,586/week
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$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $86,795 $7,233 $1,669 $42
Average $82,484 $6,874 $1,586 $40
25th Percentile $74,253 $6,188 $1,428 $36

Contracts Administrator II - Construction Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Contracts Administrator II - Construction, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Contracts Administrator III - Construction role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $93,340 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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