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

A Construction Project Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $101,675 for beginners, reaching about $105,464 at mid-level, and approach $109,842 for experts.

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

Construction Project Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Project Engineer roles are District of Columbia $116,900, California $116,457, Massachusetts $114,905. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Construction Project Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Field Engineer IV - Construction: $125,063; Construction Project Engineer - Senior: $119,800; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,713; Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate: $100,900; Project Engineer II - Construction: $100,859.

Construction Project Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Project Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Project Engineer in Delaware is $106,923 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,997
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,921 to $117,431
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,726

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Construction Project Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,431	$9,786	$2,258	$56
Average	$106,923	$8,910	$2,056	$51
25th Percentile	$97,921	$8,160	$1,883	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Project Engineer Salaries

A Construction Project 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 Project Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Project 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): $101,675
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,953
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,464
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,550
Expert (over 8 years): $109,842

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Project Engineer	$101,675
Intermediate Level Construction Project Engineer	$101,953
Senior Level Construction Project Engineer	$105,464
Specialist Level Construction Project Engineer	$109,550
Expert Level Construction Project Engineer	$109,842

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

District of Columbia: $116,900.
California: $116,457.
Massachusetts: $114,905.

District of Columbia $116,900 California $116,457 Massachusetts $114,905 Washington $114,483 New Jersey $114,440 Alaska $114,293 Connecticut $112,835 New York $112,244

Hawaii $110,354 Rhode Island $109,467 Maryland $108,866 Minnesota $108,042 Colorado $107,725 Illinois $107,620 Oregon $107,219 Delaware $106,923

New Hampshire $106,737 Virginia $106,321 Pennsylvania $105,107 Nevada $104,495 North Dakota $104,294 Michigan $103,977 Wisconsin $103,861 Vermont $103,629

Texas $102,985 Maine $102,942 Arizona $102,879 Ohio $102,805 Georgia $101,834 Indiana $101,348 Wyoming $101,253 Utah $101,105

Iowa $101,042 Kansas $100,535 Louisiana $100,387 North Carolina $100,335 Missouri $100,313 Florida $99,902 Montana $99,680 Nebraska $99,469

Kentucky $99,353 South Carolina $98,930 Tennessee $98,666 Idaho $98,561 New Mexico $97,790 Oklahoma $97,621 Alabama $96,998 South Dakota $95,953

Arkansas $95,383 West Virginia $95,077 Mississippi $94,158

Top Paying Cities for Construction Project 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: $110,660
Little Creek: $109,636
Magnolia: $110,090

Lincoln, DE $110,660 Little Creek, DE $109,636 Magnolia, DE $110,090 Milford, DE $110,660 Marydel, DE $109,225 Millsboro, DE $110,660 Millville, DE $111,400 Milton, DE $110,660

Nassau, DE $110,660 Ocean View, DE $111,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,400 Seaford, DE $109,499 Selbyville, DE $111,400 Smyrna, DE $109,098 Viola, DE $110,090 Woodside, DE $109,774

Bear, DE $108,295 Newark, DE $108,338 Claymont, DE $108,422 Delaware City, DE $108,338 Hockessin, DE $108,422 Kirkwood, DE $108,338 Middletown, DE $108,876 Montchanin, DE $108,422

New Castle, DE $108,422 Odessa, DE $109,024 Port Penn, DE $108,042 Rockland, DE $108,422 Saint Georges, DE $108,338 Townsend, DE $108,866 Winterthur, DE $108,422 Lewes, DE $110,660

Wilmington, DE $108,422 Dover, DE $109,584 Dover Afb, DE $109,837 Bethany Beach, DE $111,400 Bethel, DE $109,499 Bridgeville, DE $110,660 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,700 Cheswold, DE $109,330

Clayton, DE $109,056 Dagsboro, DE $111,400 Delmar, DE $109,499 Ellendale, DE $110,660 Felton, DE $110,660 Fenwick Island, DE $111,400 Frankford, DE $111,400 Frederica, DE $110,660

Georgetown, DE $110,660 Greenwood, DE $110,660 Harbeson, DE $110,660 Harrington, DE $110,660 Hartly, DE $109,003 Houston, DE $110,660 Kenton, DE $109,056 Laurel, DE $109,499

Yorklyn, DE $108,422

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

Understanding how a Construction Project 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 January 01, 2026

$97,921

Average $106,923/year

$117,431

$8,160

Average $8,910/month

$9,786

$1,883

Average $2,056/week

$2,258

$47

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,431	$9,786	$2,258	$56
Average	$106,923	$8,910	$2,056	$51
25th Percentile	$97,921	$8,160	$1,883	$47

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