As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Project Engineering Manager in the United States is $72, which translates to an annual salary of about $150,483.
However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:
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A Project Engineering 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, education, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Project Engineering 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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Project Engineering Supervisor | 10+ years | $82,600 |
| Project Engineering Senior Supervisor | 10+ years | $117,058 |
| Project Engineering Manager | 10+ years | $150,483 |
| Project Engineering Senior Manager | 10+ years | $172,260 |
| Project Engineering Director | 10+ years | $196,363 |
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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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Project Management | 21.28% |
| Procurement | 1.19% |
| Quality Control | 0.95% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
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Scrum
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$162,522 |
8%
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Program Management
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$158,007 |
5%
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Agile
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$158,007 |
5%
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Product Development
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$156,502 |
4%
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Quality Assurance
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$154,997 |
3%
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Organizational Skills
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$154,997 |
3%
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Project Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $168,314. While startup companies pay approximate $142,343.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $142,343 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $150,550 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $162,539 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $168,314 |
For Project Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Project Engineering Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $188,104 | $90.0 | 25% |
| Internet | $180,580 | $87.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $173,055 | $83.0 | 15% |
| Energy & Utilities | $165,531 | $80.0 | 10% |
| Software & Networking | $165,531 | $80.0 | 10% |
Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Project Engineering Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.
According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Project Engineering Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $149,941 and $161,185).
Project Engineering Manager Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.1% |
| High School | 3.5% |
| Associates | 3.5% |
| Bachelors | 45.5% |
| Masters | 43.6% |
| Doctorate | 3.9% |
Understanding how a Project Engineering 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 July 01, 2026Salaries for a Project Engineering Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $157,096 in 2023 to around $154,585 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Project Engineering Manager salary trends, .
| Year | Average Annual Salary |
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| 2023 | $157,096 |
| 2024 | $156,512 |
| 2025 | $154,585 |
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The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.
Manages all design engineers, drafters, and technical engineers working on specific projects. Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. Oversees product construction and testing in order to ensure completion of projects as efficiently and effectively as possible. Evaluates and approves changes that substantially impact the scope, budget, or schedule of a project. Monitors progress and performance against the project plan. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Project Management: Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
Procurement: Procurement is the process of finding and agreeing to terms, and acquiring goods, services, or works from an external source, often via a tendering or competitive bidding process. Procurement is used to ensure the buyer receives goods, services, or works at the best possible price when aspects such as quality, quantity, time, and location are compared. Corporations and public bodies often define processes intended to promote fair and open competition for their business while minimizing risks such as exposure to fraud and collusion. Almost all purchasing decisions include factors such as delivery and handling, marginal benefit, and price fluctuations. Procurement generally involves making buying decisions under conditions of scarcity. If sound data is available, it is good practice to make use of economic analysis methods such as cost-benefit analysis or cost-utility analysis.
Quality Control: Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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