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Construction Design & Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Design & Project Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Design & Project Manager in the United States is $131,027 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $152,978
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,128 to $142,517
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,295
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Construction Design & Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $142,517 $11,876 $2,741 $69
Average $131,027 $10,919 $2,520 $63
25th Percentile $119,128 $9,927 $2,291 $57
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Design & Project Manager Salaries

A Construction Design & 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Design & Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Design & 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): $91,560
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $117,189
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,182
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $174,574
  • Expert (over 8 years): $215,475
Levels Salary
CAE Desig... Level Construction Design & Project Manager$91,560
CAE Desig... Level Construction Design & Project Manager$117,189
Construct... Level Construction Design & Project Manager$130,182
CAE Desig... Level Construction Design & Project Manager$174,574
CAE Desig... Level Construction Design & Project Manager$215,475
$91,560 0 yr
$117,189 < 2 yrs
$130,182 2-4 yrs
$174,574 5-8 yrs
$215,475 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Construction Design & 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:

  • San Jose: $165,264
  • San Francisco: $163,455
  • Oakland: $160,010

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Design & Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Written Communication (Mentioned in 11.11% Job Postings): Communicating information through written media to educate, inform and influence the target audience.
  • CAD (Mentioned in 2.88% Job Postings): Computer-aided design is the use of computers to aid in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimization of a design. This software is used to increase the productivity of the designer
  • Construction Management (Mentioned in 0.82% Job Postings): Construction management (CM) is a professional service that uses specialized, project management techniques to oversee the planning, design, and construction of a project, from its beginning to its end. The purpose of CM is to control a project's time / delivery, cost and quality—sometimes referred to as a project management triangle or "triple constraints." CM is compatible with all project delivery systems, including design-bid-build, design-build, CM At-Risk and Public Private Partnerships. Professional construction managers may be reserved for lengthy, large-scale, high budget undertakings (commercial real estate, transportation infrastructure, industrial facilities, and military infrastructure), called capital projects.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Written Communication 11.11%
CAD 2.88%
Construction Management 0.82%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Construction Design & Project Manager's salary.
  • Interviewing: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • 3D Rendering: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • 3D Scanning: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Interviewing
 $145,440
11%
3D Rendering
 $144,130
10%
3D Scanning
 $141,509
8%
Coaching
 $141,509
8%
Leadership
 $136,268
4%
Project Design
 $134,958
3%
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Construction Design & Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Design & Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Construction Design & Project Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Design & Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Design & Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$163,784$79.025%
Financial Services$157,232$76.020%
Aerospace & Defense$150,681$72.015%
Healthcare$150,681$72.015%
Biotechnology$144,130$69.010%

How Education impacts a Construction Design & Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Design & Project 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 Construction Design & Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $133,664 and $143,905).

Construction Design & Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Design & Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 10.3%
Associates 14.7%
Bachelors 51.6%
Masters 19.4%
Doctorate 3.6%
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Construction Design & Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Design & 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.

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$119,128
Average $131,027/year
$142,517
$9,927
Average $10,919/month
$11,876
$2,291
Average $2,520/week
$2,741
$57
Average $63/hour
$69
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $142,517 $11,876 $2,741 $69
Average $131,027 $10,919 $2,520 $63
25th Percentile $119,128 $9,927 $2,291 $57

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Salary Trends for Construction Design & Project Manager

Salaries for a Construction Design & Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $127,028 in 2023 to around $126,298 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Design & Project Manager salary trends, .

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$127,272
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  • SRT Construction and Maintenance Services, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager and Estimator

    SRT Construction and Maintenance Services, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. We are seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our team. You will oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting,... more

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  • Global Recruiters of Buckhead

    Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager

    Global Recruiters of Buckhead | Columbus, OH

    Architect the Infrastructure. Command the Build. Own the Equity. The Enterprise Trajectory: Stop Renting Your Talent. Our Client is a 100% employee-owned g... more

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  • Burns &amp; McDonnell

    Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager

    Burns &amp; McDonnell | Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager - Solar. Columbus, OH. The Construction Project Manager supports the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Progr... more

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  • The NRP Group LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Project Superintendent

    The NRP Group LLC | Columbus, OH

    Project SuperintendentUnder the direction of the Project Manager of Construction, the Superintendent is directly responsible for coordinating and supervisi... more

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  • Michael Page

    Columbus, OH

    Project Manager

    Michael Page | Columbus, OH

    Project Manager Multifamily ConstructionOur client is a well respected and established General Contractor in the Columbus area and are looking for an exper... more

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  • Acloché LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Project Manager

    Acloché LLC | Columbus, OH

    Non-negotiable:Industrial/Manufacturing Construction Project Management desired. Large Commercial may be considered. Retail only or Residential only is not... more

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FAQ about Construction Design & Project Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Construction Design & Project Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Construction Design & Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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