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

A Project Controls Manager's salary grows with experience: a Cost Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,492, a Cost Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,301, a Project Cost Control Team Leader (10+ years)earns $117,615, a Project Controls Manager (10+ years)earns $153,941, a Project Controls Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $180,564,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Controls Manager?

Project Controls Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Controls Manager roles are District of Columbia $168,305, California $167,667, Massachusetts $165,432. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Controls Manager roles make?

Salaries for Project Controls Manager level roles vary by specialization: Project Controls Senior Manager: $178,300; Engineering Project Controls Management - Senior Manager: $172,240; Engineering Project Controls Management - Master: $156,890; Manager, Financial Controls: $152,000; Engineering Project Controls Management - Manager: $150,480.

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Project Controls Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Controls Manager make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Controls Manager in Delaware is $153,941 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,955
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,583 to $172,268
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,422

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Project Controls Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,268	$14,356	$3,313	$83
Average	$153,941	$12,828	$2,960	$74
25th Percentile	$140,583	$11,715	$2,704	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Project Controls Manager Salaries

A Project Controls 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 Project Controls Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Controls 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:

Cost Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,492
Cost Engineer V (7-10 years): $157,301
Project Cost Control Team Leader (10+ years): $117,615
Project Controls Manager (10+ years): $153,941
Project Controls Senior Manager (10+ years): $180,564

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cost Engineer IV	7+ years	$133,492
Cost Engineer V	7-10 years	$157,301
Project Cost Control Team Leader	10+ years	$117,615
Project Controls Manager	10+ years	$153,941
Project Controls Senior Manager	10+ years	$180,564

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

District of Columbia: $168,305.
California: $167,667.
Massachusetts: $165,432.

District of Columbia $168,305 California $167,667 Massachusetts $165,432 Washington $164,824 New Jersey $164,764 Alaska $164,551 Connecticut $162,453 New York $161,602

Hawaii $158,881 Rhode Island $157,604 Maryland $156,738 Minnesota $155,552 Colorado $155,096 Illinois $154,944 Oregon $154,366 Delaware $153,941

New Hampshire $153,673 Virginia $153,074 Pennsylvania $151,326 Nevada $150,444 North Dakota $150,155 Michigan $149,699 Wisconsin $149,532 Vermont $149,198

Texas $148,271 Maine $148,210 Arizona $148,119 Ohio $148,012 Georgia $146,614 Indiana $145,914 Wyoming $145,778 Utah $145,565

Iowa $145,474 Kansas $144,744 Louisiana $144,531 North Carolina $144,455 Missouri $144,425 Florida $143,832 Montana $143,513 Nebraska $143,209

Kentucky $143,041 South Carolina $142,433 Tennessee $142,053 Idaho $141,901 New Mexico $140,792 Oklahoma $140,548 Alabama $139,652 South Dakota $138,147

Arkansas $137,326 West Virginia $136,885 Mississippi $135,563

Top Paying Cities for Project Controls 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: $153,247
Little Creek: $154,369
Magnolia: $154,147

Lincoln, DE $153,247 Little Creek, DE $154,369 Magnolia, DE $154,147 Milford, DE $153,637 Marydel, DE $153,889 Millsboro, DE $152,604 Millville, DE $152,840 Milton, DE $153,104

Nassau, DE $153,215 Ocean View, DE $152,814 Rehoboth Beach, DE $153,108 Seaford, DE $153,194 Selbyville, DE $152,560 Smyrna, DE $154,476 Viola, DE $153,764 Woodside, DE $154,178

Bear, DE $153,822 Newark, DE $153,764 Claymont, DE $154,079 Delaware City, DE $153,918 Hockessin, DE $153,751 Kirkwood, DE $153,889 Middletown, DE $153,948 Montchanin, DE $153,785

New Castle, DE $153,808 Odessa, DE $154,024 Port Penn, DE $154,127 Rockland, DE $153,801 Saint Georges, DE $153,899 Townsend, DE $154,137 Winterthur, DE $153,819 Lewes, DE $153,164

Wilmington, DE $153,758 Dover, DE $154,369 Dover Afb, DE $153,556 Bethany Beach, DE $152,653 Bethel, DE $152,811 Bridgeville, DE $153,171 Camden Wyoming, DE $153,934 Cheswold, DE $154,319

Clayton, DE $154,324 Dagsboro, DE $152,547 Delmar, DE $152,302 Ellendale, DE $152,764 Felton, DE $153,624 Fenwick Island, DE $152,580 Frankford, DE $152,314 Frederica, DE $153,776

Georgetown, DE $152,489 Greenwood, DE $153,196 Harbeson, DE $152,651 Harrington, DE $153,430 Hartly, DE $153,907 Houston, DE $153,211 Kenton, DE $154,331 Laurel, DE $152,398

Yorklyn, DE $153,796

Project Controls Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Controls 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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$140,583

Average $153,941/year

$172,268

$11,715

Average $12,828/month

$14,356

$2,704

Average $2,960/week

$3,313

$68

Average $74/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,268	$14,356	$3,313	$83
Average	$153,941	$12,828	$2,960	$74
25th Percentile	$140,583	$11,715	$2,704	$68

Project Controls Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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SVP of Project Management

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Project Controls Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Project Controls Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Manufacturing Project Management Senior Manager	$153,986	0%
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager	$180,075	17%
Project Management Manager, Sr.	$173,458	13%
Project Controls Senior Manager	$180,564	17%

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