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

A Project Engineering Senior Manager's salary grows with experience: a Project Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $129,602, a Project Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $166,603, a Project Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $190,621, a Project Engineering Director (5+ years)earns $217,289, a Project Engineering Senior Director (5+ years)earns $242,947,

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

Project Engineering Senior Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Engineering Senior Manager roles are District of Columbia $190,621, California $189,898, Massachusetts $187,367. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Project Engineering Senior Manager level roles vary by specialization: Project Controls Senior Manager: $178,219; Engineering Program Management Senior Manager: $177,738; Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager: $172,200; Engineering Project Controls Management - Senior Manager: $172,170; Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager: $160,500.

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Project Engineering Senior Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Project Engineering Senior Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Engineering Senior Manager in District of Columbia is $190,621 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $229,804
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $173,359 to $211,131
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $157,642

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Project Engineering Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$211,131	$17,594	$4,060	$102
Average	$190,621	$15,885	$3,666	$92
25th Percentile	$173,359	$14,447	$3,334	$83

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Key Factors That Influence Project Engineering Senior Manager Salaries

A Project Engineering 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 Engineering Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Engineering 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:

Project Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years): $129,602
Project Engineering Manager (5+ years): $166,603
Project Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $190,621
Project Engineering Director (5+ years): $217,289
Project Engineering Senior Director (5+ years): $242,947

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Engineering Senior Supervisor	3-5 years	$129,602
Project Engineering Manager	5+ years	$166,603
Project Engineering Senior Manager	5+ years	$190,621
Project Engineering Director	5+ years	$217,289
Project Engineering Senior Director	5+ years	$242,947

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

District of Columbia: $190,621.
California: $189,898.
Massachusetts: $187,367.

District of Columbia $190,621 California $189,898 Massachusetts $187,367 Washington $186,679 New Jersey $186,610 Alaska $186,369 Connecticut $183,993 New York $183,029

Hawaii $179,947 Rhode Island $178,501 Maryland $177,519 Minnesota $176,176 Colorado $175,660 Illinois $175,488 Oregon $174,834 Delaware $174,351

New Hampshire $174,048 Virginia $173,370 Pennsylvania $171,390 Nevada $170,392 North Dakota $170,065 Michigan $169,548 Wisconsin $169,359 Vermont $168,980

Texas $167,930 Maine $167,861 Arizona $167,758 Ohio $167,637 Georgia $166,053 Indiana $165,261 Wyoming $165,106 Utah $164,865

Iowa $164,762 Kansas $163,936 Louisiana $163,694 North Carolina $163,608 Missouri $163,574 Florida $162,903 Montana $162,541 Nebraska $162,197

Kentucky $162,007 South Carolina $161,319 Tennessee $160,888 Idaho $160,716 New Mexico $159,459 Oklahoma $159,184 Alabama $158,168 South Dakota $156,464

Arkansas $155,534 West Virginia $155,035 Mississippi $153,537

Top Paying Cities for Project Engineering 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:

Parcel Return Service: $190,621
Washington: $190,621
Naval Anacost Annex: $190,621

Parcel Return Service, DC $190,621 Washington, DC $190,621 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $190,621 Washington Navy Yard, DC $190,621

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

Understanding how a Project Engineering 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.

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$173,359

Average $190,621/year

$211,131

$14,447

Average $15,885/month

$17,594

$3,334

Average $3,666/week

$4,060

$83

Average $92/hour

$102

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$211,131	$17,594	$4,060	$102
Average	$190,621	$15,885	$3,666	$92
25th Percentile	$173,359	$14,447	$3,334	$83

Project Engineering Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Engineering Senior Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Project Engineering Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $217,289 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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