Director of Construction Salary in the United States

How much does a Director of Construction make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director of Construction in the United States is $176,527 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,658
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $163,457 to $187,588
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,557
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Director of Construction Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $187,588 $15,632 $3,607 $90
Average $176,527 $14,711 $3,395 $85
25th Percentile $163,457 $13,621 $3,143 $79
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Key Factors That Influence Director of Construction Salaries

A Director of 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Director of Construction Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director of 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $123,122
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $145,090
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $175,714
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $207,814
  • Expert (over 8 years): $262,756
Levels Salary
Construct... Level Director of Construction$123,122
Construct... Level Director of Construction$145,090
Director ... Level Director of Construction$175,714
Construct... Level Director of Construction$207,814
SVP of Co... Level Director of Construction$262,756
$123,122 0 yr
$145,090 < 2 yrs
$175,714 2-4 yrs
$207,814 5-8 yrs
$262,756 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director of 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 Director of Constructions. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $195,451.
  • California: $194,709.
  • Massachusetts: $192,114.

Top Paying Cities for Director of 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:

  • San Jose: $222,654
  • San Francisco: $220,465
  • Oakland: $215,575

What Skills Can Increase a Director of Construction's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.27% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
  • Purchasing (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): Purchasing refers to a business or organization attempting to acquire goods or services to accomplish its goals. Although there are several organizations that attempt to set standards in the purchasing process, processes can vary greatly between organizations. Typically the word “purchasing” is not used interchangeably with the word “procurement”, since procurement typically includes expediting, supplier quality, and transportation and logistics (T&L) in addition to purchasing.
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Leadership 10.27%
Quality Control 1.62%
Purchasing 1.3%
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 Director of Construction's salary.
  • Sense Of Urgency: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Value Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sense Of Urgency
 $185,353
5%
Team Management
 $181,823
3%
Value Engineering
 $181,823
3%
Decision Making
 $181,823
3%
Construction Estimating
 $180,058
2%
Accountability
 $180,058
2%
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How Education impacts a Director of Construction's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director of Constructions 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 Director of Construction with a Bachelor's Degree is between $168,575 and $181,410).

Director of Construction Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director of Construction
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 16.3%
Associates 13.2%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 17.5%
Doctorate 1.4%
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Director of Construction Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director of 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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$163,457
Average $176,527/year
$187,588
$13,621
Average $14,711/month
$15,632
$3,143
Average $3,395/week
$3,607
$79
Average $85/hour
$90
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $187,588 $15,632 $3,607 $90
Average $176,527 $14,711 $3,395 $85
25th Percentile $163,457 $13,621 $3,143 $79

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Salary Trends for Director of Construction

Salaries for a Director of Construction can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $137,256 in 2023 to around $135,097 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director of Construction salary trends, .

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