What are the main factors that influence a Telecommunications Construction Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Telecommunications Construction Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Telecommunications Construction Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Telecommunications Construction Manager's salary?

A Telecommunications Construction Manager's salary grows with experience: a Field Engineer II - Construction (2-4 years)earns $86,898, a Field Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $100,096, a Field Engineer IV - Construction (7+ years)earns $126,042, a Field Engineering Supervisor - Construction (7+ years)earns $120,988, a Telecommunications Construction Manager (7+ years)earns $144,396,

What are the highest paying states for a Telecommunications Construction Manager?

Telecommunications Construction Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Telecommunications Construction Manager roles are District of Columbia $155,284, California $154,695, Massachusetts $152,633. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Telecommunications Construction Manager roles make?

Salaries for Telecommunications Construction Manager level roles vary by specialization: Telecommunications Operations Senior Manager: $170,060; Telecommunications Senior Manager: $170,052; Telecommunications Operations Manager: $145,300; Telecommunications Manager: $145,252; Telecommunications Project Manager: $144,666.

Telecommunications Construction Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Telecommunications Construction Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecommunications Construction Manager in Rhode Island is $145,410 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $171,764
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,265 to $159,205
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,566

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Telecommunications Construction Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,205	$13,267	$3,062	$77
Average	$145,410	$12,118	$2,796	$70
25th Percentile	$129,265	$10,772	$2,486	$62

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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): $86,898
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,096
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,042
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,988
Expert (over 8 years): $144,396

Levels	Salary
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager	$86,898
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager	$100,096
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager	$126,042
Field Eng... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager	$120,988
Telecommu... Level Telecommunications Construction Manager	$144,396

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

District of Columbia: $155,284.
California: $154,695.
Massachusetts: $152,633.

District of Columbia $155,284 California $154,695 Massachusetts $152,633 Washington $152,072 New Jersey $152,016 Alaska $151,820 Connecticut $149,884 New York $149,099

Hawaii $146,588 Rhode Island $145,410 Maryland $144,611 Minnesota $143,517 Colorado $143,096 Illinois $142,956 Oregon $142,423 Delaware $142,030

New Hampshire $141,783 Virginia $141,231 Pennsylvania $139,618 Nevada $138,804 North Dakota $138,538 Michigan $138,117 Wisconsin $137,963 Vermont $137,654

Texas $136,799 Maine $136,743 Arizona $136,659 Ohio $136,560 Georgia $135,270 Indiana $134,625 Wyoming $134,499 Utah $134,302

Iowa $134,218 Kansas $133,545 Louisiana $133,349 North Carolina $133,279 Missouri $133,251 Florida $132,704 Montana $132,409 Nebraska $132,129

Kentucky $131,974 South Carolina $131,413 Tennessee $131,063 Idaho $130,922 New Mexico $129,899 Oklahoma $129,674 Alabama $128,847 South Dakota $127,458

Arkansas $126,701 West Virginia $126,294 Mississippi $125,074

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:

Adamsville: $147,228
Albion: $145,984
Ashaway: $146,949

Adamsville, RI $147,228 Albion, RI $145,984 Ashaway, RI $146,949 Barrington, RI $145,599 Block Island, RI $146,410 Bradford, RI $146,860 Bristol, RI $146,160 Carolina, RI $146,618

Charlestown, RI $146,671 Chepachet, RI $146,379 Clayville, RI $145,971 Coventry, RI $145,978 West Greenwich, RI $146,381 East Greenwich, RI $145,880 Exeter, RI $146,340 Fiskeville, RI $145,597

Forestdale, RI $146,719 Foster, RI $146,302 Glendale, RI $146,730 Greene, RI $146,494 Greenville, RI $145,653 Harmony, RI $145,841 Harrisville, RI $146,667 Hope, RI $145,688

Hope Valley, RI $146,820 Hopkinton, RI $147,013 Jamestown, RI $146,522 Kenyon, RI $146,599 Little Compton, RI $147,205 Manville, RI $146,176 Mapleville, RI $146,407 Newport, RI $146,670

Middletown, RI $146,734 North Kingstown, RI $146,131 North Scituate, RI $145,842 Oakland, RI $146,566 Pascoag, RI $146,764 Pawtucket, RI $145,382 Central Falls, RI $145,447 Cumberland, RI $146,273

Lincoln, RI $145,592 Portsmouth, RI $146,654 Prudence Island, RI $146,353 Rockville, RI $146,991 Saunderstown, RI $146,434 Shannock, RI $146,608 Slatersville, RI $146,720 Slocum, RI $146,430

Tiverton, RI $147,100 Wakefield, RI $146,559 Kingston, RI $146,503 Narragansett, RI $146,599 Peace Dale, RI $146,541 Warren, RI $145,975 Warwick, RI $145,569 Westerly, RI $146,984

West Kingston, RI $146,549 West Warwick, RI $145,747 Wood River Junction, RI $146,758 Woonsocket, RI $146,727 North Smithfield, RI $146,393 Wyoming, RI $146,608 Providence, RI $145,340 Cranston, RI $145,360

North Providence, RI $145,377 East Providence, RI $145,350 Riverside, RI $145,396 Rumford, RI $145,375 Smithfield, RI $145,670 Johnston, RI $145,426

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	$159,951	$77.0	10%

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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$129,265

Average $145,410/year

$159,205

$10,772

Average $12,118/month

$13,267

$2,486

Average $2,796/week

$3,062

$62

Average $70/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,205	$13,267	$3,062	$77
Average	$145,410	$12,118	$2,796	$70
25th Percentile	$129,265	$10,772	$2,486	$62

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