Capital Project Manager Salary in California

How much does a Capital Project Manager make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Capital Project Manager in California is $126,547 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,813
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,617 to $137,679
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,935
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Capital Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $137,679 $11,473 $2,648 $66
Average $126,547 $10,546 $2,434 $61
25th Percentile $112,617 $9,385 $2,166 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Capital Project Manager Salaries

A Capital Project 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 Capital Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Capital Project 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $82,193
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $102,734
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,729
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,620
  • Expert (over 8 years): $167,015
Levels Salary
Project M... Level Capital Project Manager$82,193
Project M... Level Capital Project Manager$102,734
Capital P... Level Capital Project Manager$125,729
Project M... Level Capital Project Manager$141,620
Project M... Level Capital Project Manager$167,015
$82,193 0 yr
$102,734 < 2 yrs
$125,729 2-4 yrs
$141,620 5-8 yrs
$167,015 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Capital Project 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:

  • Los Angeles: $126,765
  • West Hollywood: $126,673
  • Dodgertown: $126,764

Capital Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Capital Project 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 Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Capital Project Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Capital Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Capital Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$151,857$73.020%
Pharmaceuticals$151,857$73.020%
Financial Services$145,529$70.015%
Software & Networking$145,529$70.015%
Biotechnology$139,202$67.010%

Capital Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Capital Project 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 August 01, 2026

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