What are the main factors that influence a Project Director - Construction'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 Director - Construction's salary?

A Project Director - Construction's salary grows with experience: a Project Coordinator - Construction (4-7 years)earns $113,509, a Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction (7+ years)earns $142,353, a Project Manager - Construction (7+ years)earns $131,312, a Project Manager Sr. - Construction (7+ years)earns $163,643, a Project Director - Construction (7+ years)earns $225,002,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Director - Construction?

Project Director - Construction salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Director - Construction roles are District of Columbia $225,002, California $224,148, Massachusetts $221,161. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Director - Construction roles make?

Salaries for Project Director - Construction level roles vary by specialization: Construction and Building Project Director: $203,300; Director of Construction Operations: $202,200; Director of Construction Services: $202,170; Construction Director: $202,164; Project Manager Sr. - Construction: $147,799.

Project Director - Construction Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Project Director - Construction make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Director - Construction in District of Columbia is $225,002 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $108.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $269,826
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $200,356 to $248,465
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $177,916

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Project Director - Construction Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$248,465	$20,705	$4,778	$119
Average	$225,002	$18,750	$4,327	$108
25th Percentile	$200,356	$16,696	$3,853	$96

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Key Factors That Influence Project Director - Construction Salaries

A Project Director - 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 Project Director - Construction Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Director - 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:

Project Coordinator - Construction (4-7 years): $113,509
Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction (7+ years): $142,353
Project Manager - Construction (7+ years): $131,312
Project Manager Sr. - Construction (7+ years): $163,643
Project Director - Construction (7+ years): $225,002

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Coordinator - Construction	4-7 years	$113,509
Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction	7+ years	$142,353
Project Manager - Construction	7+ years	$131,312
Project Manager Sr. - Construction	7+ years	$163,643
Project Director - Construction	7+ years	$225,002

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How Do Project Director - Construction 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 Director - Constructions. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $225,002.
California: $224,148.
Massachusetts: $221,161.

District of Columbia $225,002 California $224,148 Massachusetts $221,161 Washington $220,348 New Jersey $220,267 Alaska $219,982 Connecticut $217,178 New York $216,040

Hawaii $212,402 Rhode Island $210,695 Maryland $209,537 Minnesota $207,952 Colorado $207,342 Illinois $207,139 Oregon $206,367 Delaware $205,798

New Hampshire $205,440 Virginia $204,640 Pennsylvania $202,303 Nevada $201,124 North Dakota $200,738 Michigan $200,128 Wisconsin $199,905 Vermont $199,457

Texas $198,218 Maine $198,137 Arizona $198,015 Ohio $197,872 Georgia $196,003 Indiana $195,068 Wyoming $194,885 Utah $194,601

Iowa $194,479 Kansas $193,503 Louisiana $193,219 North Carolina $193,117 Missouri $193,076 Florida $192,284 Montana $191,857 Nebraska $191,451

Kentucky $191,227 South Carolina $190,414 Tennessee $189,906 Idaho $189,703 New Mexico $188,220 Oklahoma $187,894 Alabama $186,695 South Dakota $184,684

Arkansas $183,586 West Virginia $182,997 Mississippi $181,229

Top Paying Cities for Project Director - 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:

Parcel Return Service: $225,002
Washington: $225,002
Naval Anacost Annex: $225,002

Parcel Return Service, DC $225,002 Washington, DC $225,002 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $225,002 Washington Navy Yard, DC $225,002

Project Director - Construction Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Director - 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$200,356

Average $225,002/year

$248,465

$16,696

Average $18,750/month

$20,705

$3,853

Average $4,327/week

$4,778

$96

Average $108/hour

$119

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$248,465	$20,705	$4,778	$119
Average	$225,002	$18,750	$4,327	$108
25th Percentile	$200,356	$16,696	$3,853	$96

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