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

A Project Controls Senior 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 $117,610, a Project Controls Manager (10+ years)earns $153,920, a Project Controls Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $180,535,

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

Project Controls Senior Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Controls Senior Manager roles are District of Columbia $197,382, California $196,633, Massachusetts $194,012. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Project Controls Senior Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Project Controls Management - Senior Director: $219,490; Senior Project Controls Engineer: $184,699; Engineering Project Controls Management - Senior Manager: $172,220; Project Engineering Senior Manager: $172,220; Senior Manager, Financial Controls: $163,090.

Project Controls Senior Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Controls Senior Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Controls Senior Manager in Delaware is $180,535 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $215,406
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,415 to $198,788
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $153,559

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Project Controls Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$198,788	$16,566	$3,823	$96
Average	$180,535	$15,045	$3,472	$87
25th Percentile	$166,415	$13,868	$3,200	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Project Controls Senior Manager Salaries

A Project Controls Senior 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 Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Controls Senior 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): $117,610
Project Controls Manager (10+ years): $153,920
Project Controls Senior Manager (10+ years): $180,535

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	$117,610
Project Controls Manager	10+ years	$153,920
Project Controls Senior Manager	10+ years	$180,535

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

District of Columbia: $197,382.
California: $196,633.
Massachusetts: $194,012.

District of Columbia $197,382 California $196,633 Massachusetts $194,012 Washington $193,299 New Jersey $193,228 Alaska $192,978 Connecticut $190,518 New York $189,520

Hawaii $186,329 Rhode Island $184,831 Maryland $183,815 Minnesota $182,425 Colorado $181,890 Illinois $181,712 Oregon $181,034 Delaware $180,535

New Hampshire $180,221 Virginia $179,519 Pennsylvania $177,469 Nevada $176,435 North Dakota $176,096 Michigan $175,561 Wisconsin $175,365 Vermont $174,973

Texas $173,886 Maine $173,814 Arizona $173,707 Ohio $173,582 Georgia $171,942 Indiana $171,122 Wyoming $170,962 Utah $170,712

Iowa $170,605 Kansas $169,750 Louisiana $169,500 North Carolina $169,411 Missouri $169,375 Florida $168,680 Montana $168,306 Nebraska $167,949

Kentucky $167,753 South Carolina $167,040 Tennessee $166,594 Idaho $166,416 New Mexico $165,115 Oklahoma $164,829 Alabama $163,778 South Dakota $162,013

Arkansas $161,050 West Virginia $160,533 Mississippi $158,982

Top Paying Cities for Project Controls Senior 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: $179,722
Little Creek: $181,038
Magnolia: $180,777

Lincoln, DE $179,722 Little Creek, DE $181,038 Magnolia, DE $180,777 Milford, DE $180,178 Marydel, DE $180,474 Millsboro, DE $178,968 Millville, DE $179,244 Milton, DE $179,555

Nassau, DE $179,685 Ocean View, DE $179,214 Rehoboth Beach, DE $179,558 Seaford, DE $179,660 Selbyville, DE $178,916 Smyrna, DE $181,163 Viola, DE $180,328 Woodside, DE $180,813

Bear, DE $180,396 Newark, DE $180,328 Claymont, DE $180,697 Delaware City, DE $180,508 Hockessin, DE $180,312 Kirkwood, DE $180,474 Middletown, DE $180,544 Montchanin, DE $180,353

New Castle, DE $180,380 Odessa, DE $180,633 Port Penn, DE $180,754 Rockland, DE $180,371 Saint Georges, DE $180,487 Townsend, DE $180,765 Winterthur, DE $180,392 Lewes, DE $179,624

Wilmington, DE $180,321 Dover, DE $181,038 Dover Afb, DE $180,084 Bethany Beach, DE $179,025 Bethel, DE $179,210 Bridgeville, DE $179,633 Camden Wyoming, DE $180,528 Cheswold, DE $180,979

Clayton, DE $180,984 Dagsboro, DE $178,900 Delmar, DE $178,613 Ellendale, DE $179,155 Felton, DE $180,164 Fenwick Island, DE $178,940 Frankford, DE $178,628 Frederica, DE $180,343

Georgetown, DE $178,833 Greenwood, DE $179,662 Harbeson, DE $179,023 Harrington, DE $179,936 Hartly, DE $180,496 Houston, DE $179,679 Kenton, DE $180,993 Laurel, DE $178,726

Yorklyn, DE $180,366

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

Understanding how a Project Controls Senior 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$166,415

Average $180,535/year

$198,788

$13,868

Average $15,045/month

$16,566

$3,200

Average $3,472/week

$3,823

$80

Average $87/hour

$96

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$198,788	$16,566	$3,823	$96
Average	$180,535	$15,045	$3,472	$87
25th Percentile	$166,415	$13,868	$3,200	$80

Project Controls Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Project Controls Senior Manager

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Program Management Office Director

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Project Controls Senior 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 Senior Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Engineering Program Management Director	$212,733	18%
Program Management Office Director	$190,583	6%

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