Design Build Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Design Build Project Manager in the United States is $142,665 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,991
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,771 to $153,828
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,763
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Design Build Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $153,828 $12,819 $2,958 $74
Average $142,665 $11,889 $2,744 $69
25th Percentile $132,771 $11,064 $2,553 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Design Build Project Manager Salaries

A Design Build 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 Design Build Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Design Build 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): $108,046
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $120,313
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,844
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $171,751
  • Expert (over 8 years): $203,086
Levels Salary
Construct... Level Design Build Project Manager$108,046
Construct... Level Design Build Project Manager$120,313
Design Bu... Level Design Build Project Manager$141,844
Construct... Level Design Build Project Manager$171,751
Construct... Level Design Build Project Manager$203,086
$108,046 0 yr
$120,313 < 2 yrs
$141,844 2-4 yrs
$171,751 5-8 yrs
$203,086 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Design Build Project Manager 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 Design Build Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $157,959.
  • California: $157,359.
  • Massachusetts: $155,262.

Top Paying Cities for Design Build 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: $179,943
  • San Francisco: $177,973
  • Oakland: $174,222

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 24.29% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Logistics (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
  • Materials Management (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Materials management is a core supply chain function and includes supply chain planning and supply chain execution capabilities. Specifically, materials management is the capability firms use to plan total material requirements. The material requirements are communicated to procurement and other functions for sourcing. Materials management is also responsible for determining the amount of material to be deployed at each stocking location across the supply chain, establishing material replenishment plans, determining inventory levels to hold for each type of inventory (raw, WIP, Finished Goods), and communicating information regarding material needs throughout the extended supply chain. Typical roles in Materials Management include: Materials Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Inventory Analyst, Material Planner, Expediter and emerging hybrid roles like "buyer planner". The primary business objective of Materials Management is assured supply of material, optimum inventory levels and minimum deviation between planned and actual results.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 24.29%
Logistics 1.89%
Materials Management 1.18%
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 Design Build Project Manager's salary.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Mechanical Drawing: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Prioritization
$154,078
8%
Mechanical Drawing
$151,225
6%
Business Development
$151,225
6%
People Management
$148,372
4%
Program Management
$146,945
3%
Risk Management
$146,945
3%
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Design Build Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Design Build Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Design Build Project Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Design Build Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Design Build Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$171,198$82.020%
Biotechnology$171,198$82.020%
Energy & Utilities$171,198$82.020%
Healthcare$171,198$82.020%
Software & Networking$171,198$82.020%

How Education impacts a Design Build Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Design Build 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 Design Build Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $130,362 and $140,715).

Design Build Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Design Build Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 19.8%
Associates 5.9%
Bachelors 45.5%
Masters 27.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Design Build Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Design Build 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

Salary Trends for Design Build Project Manager

Salaries for a Design Build Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $108,098 in 2023 to around $106,374 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Design Build Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Design Build Project Manager Over Time

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$108,098
2024
$107,388
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FAQ about Design Build Project Manager

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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Design Build Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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