What are the main factors that influence a Construction Field Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Construction Field Engineer's salary?

A Construction Field Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Construction Field Engineer (0-2 years)earns $76,226, a Field Engineer II - Construction (2-4 years)earns $88,591, a Field Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $102,049, a Field Engineer IV - Construction (7+ years)earns $128,488, a Field Engineering Supervisor - Construction (7+ years)earns $123,324,

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Field Engineer?

Construction Field Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Field Engineer roles are District of Columbia $83,622, California $83,305, Massachusetts $82,195. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Field Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Construction Field Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Field Engineering Manager - Construction: $143,263; Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.: $130,370; Field Engineer IV - Construction: $125,076; Construction Field Manager: $121,531; Construction Field Superintendent: $111,458.

Construction Field Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Field Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Field Engineer in Delaware is $76,485 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a Construction Field Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,208
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,251 to $80,004
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,755

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Construction Field Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,004	$6,667	$1,539	$38
Average	$76,485	$6,374	$1,471	$37
25th Percentile	$68,251	$5,688	$1,313	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Field Engineer Salaries

A Construction Field Engineer'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 Construction Field Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Field Engineer'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): $76,226
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,591
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,049
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,488
Expert (over 8 years): $123,324

Levels	Salary
Construct... Level Construction Field Engineer	$76,226
Field Eng... Level Construction Field Engineer	$88,591
Field Eng... Level Construction Field Engineer	$102,049
Field Eng... Level Construction Field Engineer	$128,488
Field Eng... Level Construction Field Engineer	$123,324

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How Do Construction Field Engineer 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 Construction Field Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,622.
California: $83,305.
Massachusetts: $82,195.

District of Columbia $83,622 California $83,305 Massachusetts $82,195 Washington $81,893 New Jersey $81,863 Alaska $81,757 Connecticut $80,715 New York $80,292

Hawaii $78,940 Rhode Island $78,305 Maryland $77,875 Minnesota $77,286 Colorado $77,059 Illinois $76,984 Oregon $76,697 Delaware $76,485

New Hampshire $76,352 Virginia $76,055 Pennsylvania $75,186 Nevada $74,748 North Dakota $74,605 Michigan $74,378 Wisconsin $74,295 Vermont $74,129

Texas $73,668 Maine $73,638 Arizona $73,593 Ohio $73,540 Georgia $72,845 Indiana $72,497 Wyoming $72,429 Utah $72,324

Iowa $72,278 Kansas $71,916 Louisiana $71,810 North Carolina $71,772 Missouri $71,757 Florida $71,463 Montana $71,304 Nebraska $71,153

Kentucky $71,070 South Carolina $70,768 Tennessee $70,579 Idaho $70,504 New Mexico $69,952 Oklahoma $69,831 Alabama $69,386 South Dakota $68,638

Arkansas $68,230 West Virginia $68,011 Mississippi $67,354

Top Paying Cities for Construction Field Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $76,141
Little Creek: $76,698
Magnolia: $76,588

Lincoln, DE $76,141 Little Creek, DE $76,698 Magnolia, DE $76,588 Milford, DE $76,334 Marydel, DE $76,460 Millsboro, DE $75,821 Millville, DE $75,938 Milton, DE $76,070

Nassau, DE $76,125 Ocean View, DE $75,926 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,071 Seaford, DE $76,114 Selbyville, DE $75,799 Smyrna, DE $76,751 Viola, DE $76,398 Woodside, DE $76,603

Bear, DE $76,426 Newark, DE $76,398 Claymont, DE $76,554 Delaware City, DE $76,474 Hockessin, DE $76,391 Kirkwood, DE $76,460 Middletown, DE $76,489 Montchanin, DE $76,408

New Castle, DE $76,419 Odessa, DE $76,527 Port Penn, DE $76,578 Rockland, DE $76,416 Saint Georges, DE $76,465 Townsend, DE $76,583 Winterthur, DE $76,425 Lewes, DE $76,099

Wilmington, DE $76,395 Dover, DE $76,698 Dover Afb, DE $76,294 Bethany Beach, DE $75,845 Bethel, DE $75,924 Bridgeville, DE $76,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,482 Cheswold, DE $76,673

Clayton, DE $76,676 Dagsboro, DE $75,793 Delmar, DE $75,671 Ellendale, DE $75,901 Felton, DE $76,328 Fenwick Island, DE $75,809 Frankford, DE $75,677 Frederica, DE $76,404

Georgetown, DE $75,764 Greenwood, DE $76,115 Harbeson, DE $75,845 Harrington, DE $76,231 Hartly, DE $76,469 Houston, DE $76,123 Kenton, DE $76,679 Laurel, DE $75,719

Yorklyn, DE $76,413

Construction Field Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Field Engineer'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 May 01, 2026

$68,251

Average $76,485/year

$80,004

$5,688

Average $6,374/month

$6,667

$1,313

Average $1,471/week

$1,539

$33

Average $37/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,004	$6,667	$1,539	$38
Average	$76,485	$6,374	$1,471	$37
25th Percentile	$68,251	$5,688	$1,313	$33

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