Technical Engagement Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Engagement Project Manager make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Engagement Project Manager in the United States is $122,530 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,648
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,905 to $130,967
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,321
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Technical Engagement Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $130,967 $10,914 $2,519 $63
Average $122,530 $10,211 $2,356 $59
25th Percentile $110,905 $9,242 $2,133 $53
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Engagement Project Manager Salaries

A Technical Engagement 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 Technical Engagement Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Engagement 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): $83,602
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $99,865
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,910
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,959
  • Expert (over 8 years): $157,975
Levels Salary
IT Projec... Level Technical Engagement Project Manager$83,602
IT Projec... Level Technical Engagement Project Manager$99,865
Technical... Level Technical Engagement Project Manager$121,910
IT Projec... Level Technical Engagement Project Manager$141,959
IT Projec... Level Technical Engagement Project Manager$157,975
$83,602 0 yr
$99,865 < 2 yrs
$121,910 2-4 yrs
$141,959 5-8 yrs
$157,975 > 8 yrs
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How Do Technical Engagement 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 Technical Engagement Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $135,665.
  • California: $135,151.
  • Massachusetts: $133,349.

Top Paying Cities for Technical Engagement 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: $154,547
  • San Francisco: $152,855
  • Oakland: $149,634

What Skills Can Increase a Technical Engagement Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 21.61% 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.
  • Scrum (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Using an agile process for managing the lifecycle development of software products.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 0.98% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 21.61%
Scrum 1.51%
Billing 0.98%
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 Technical Engagement Project Manager's salary.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Budgeting: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Program Management
$126,206
3%
Budgeting
$124,981
2%
Initiative
$123,755
1%
Project Delivery
$123,755
1%
Billing
$123,755
1%
Business Development
$123,755
1%
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Technical Engagement Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Engagement Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Technical Engagement Project Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Engagement Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Engagement Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$159,289$77.030%
Aerospace & Defense$147,036$71.020%
Healthcare$140,910$68.015%
Business Services$134,783$65.010%
Energy & Utilities$128,656$62.05%

How Education impacts a Technical Engagement Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Technical Engagement Project Managers enter the field with a Associate'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 Technical Engagement Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $118,896 and $125,352).

Technical Engagement Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Technical Engagement Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.2%
High School 4.6%
Associates 3.8%
Bachelors 42.2%
Masters 46.9%
Doctorate 1.3%
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Technical Engagement Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Engagement 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 June 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Technical Engagement Project Manager

Salaries for a Technical Engagement Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $107,346 in 2023 to around $106,927 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Engagement Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Technical Engagement Project Manager Over Time

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$107,754
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2024 $107,754
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