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

A Project Manager - Construction's salary grows with experience: a Project Coordinator - Construction (4-7 years)earns $113,494, a Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction (7+ years)earns $142,356, a Project Manager - Construction (7+ years)earns $131,333, a Project Manager Sr. - Construction (7+ years)earns $163,684, a Project Director - Construction (7+ years)earns $225,134,

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

Project Manager - Construction salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Manager - Construction roles are District of Columbia $131,333, California $130,835, Massachusetts $129,091. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Project Manager - Construction level roles vary by specialization: Project Manager Sr. - Construction: $147,836; Construction Design & Project Manager: $131,025; Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction: $128,573; senior project manager construction: $120,128; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,769.

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Project Manager - Construction Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manager - Construction in District of Columbia is $131,333 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,062
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,211 to $144,277
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,995

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Project Manager - Construction Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,277	$12,023	$2,775	$69
Average	$131,333	$10,944	$2,526	$63
25th Percentile	$121,211	$10,101	$2,331	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Project Manager - Construction Salaries

A Project Manager - 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 Manager - Construction Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manager - 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): $113,494
Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction (7+ years): $142,356
Project Manager - Construction (7+ years): $131,333
Project Manager Sr. - Construction (7+ years): $163,684
Project Director - Construction (7+ years): $225,134

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Coordinator - Construction	4-7 years	$113,494
Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction	7+ years	$142,356
Project Manager - Construction	7+ years	$131,333
Project Manager Sr. - Construction	7+ years	$163,684
Project Director - Construction	7+ years	$225,134

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

District of Columbia: $131,333.
California: $130,835.
Massachusetts: $129,091.

District of Columbia $131,333 California $130,835 Massachusetts $129,091 Washington $128,616 New Jersey $128,569 Alaska $128,403 Connecticut $126,766 New York $126,102

Hawaii $123,978 Rhode Island $122,982 Maryland $122,306 Minnesota $121,381 Colorado $121,025 Illinois $120,906 Oregon $120,456 Delaware $120,123

New Hampshire $119,915 Virginia $119,447 Pennsylvania $118,083 Nevada $117,395 North Dakota $117,170 Michigan $116,814 Wisconsin $116,684 Vermont $116,423

Texas $115,699 Maine $115,652 Arizona $115,580 Ohio $115,497 Georgia $114,406 Indiana $113,860 Wyoming $113,754 Utah $113,588

Iowa $113,516 Kansas $112,947 Louisiana $112,781 North Carolina $112,722 Missouri $112,698 Florida $112,235 Montana $111,986 Nebraska $111,749

Kentucky $111,619 South Carolina $111,144 Tennessee $110,848 Idaho $110,729 New Mexico $109,863 Oklahoma $109,673 Alabama $108,973 South Dakota $107,799

Arkansas $107,159 West Virginia $106,815 Mississippi $105,783

Top Paying Cities for Project Manager - 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: $130,620
Washington: $130,621
Naval Anacost Annex: $130,615

Parcel Return Service, DC $130,620 Washington, DC $130,621 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $130,615 Washington Navy Yard, DC $130,620

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

Understanding how a Project Manager - 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.

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$121,211

Average $131,333/year

$144,277

$10,101

Average $10,944/month

$12,023

$2,331

Average $2,526/week

$2,775

$58

Average $63/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,277	$12,023	$2,775	$69
Average	$131,333	$10,944	$2,526	$63
25th Percentile	$121,211	$10,101	$2,331	$58

Project Manager - Construction Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Manager - Construction, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Project Manager Sr. - Construction role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $163,684 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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