Telecommunications Construction Manager Salary in California

How much does a Telecommunications Construction Manager make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecommunications Construction Manager in California is $154,695 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,731
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,519 to $169,370
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,881
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Telecommunications Construction Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $169,370 $14,114 $3,257 $81
Average $154,695 $12,891 $2,975 $74
25th Percentile $137,519 $11,460 $2,645 $66
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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Construction Manager Salaries

A Telecommunications Construction 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Telecommunications Construction Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications Construction 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): $92,447
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $106,488
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,090
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,714
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,615
Levels Salary
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager$92,447
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager$106,488
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager$134,090
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager$128,714
Telecommu... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager$153,615
$92,447 0 yr
$106,488 < 2 yrs
$134,090 2-4 yrs
$128,714 5-8 yrs
$153,615 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications Construction 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:

  • Los Angeles: $154,961
  • West Hollywood: $154,849
  • Dodgertown: $154,960

Telecommunications Construction Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Telecommunications Construction Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Telecommunications Construction Manager positions in Construction or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Telecommunications Construction Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Telecommunications Construction Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$170,164$82.010%

Telecommunications Construction Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications Construction 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.

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$137,519
Average $154,695/year
$169,370
$11,460
Average $12,891/month
$14,114
$2,645
Average $2,975/week
$3,257
$66
Average $74/hour
$81
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $169,370 $14,114 $3,257 $81
Average $154,695 $12,891 $2,975 $74
25th Percentile $137,519 $11,460 $2,645 $66

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