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

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

How does experience change A Build Manager's salary?

A Build Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $83,045 for beginners, reaching about $84,655 at mid-level, and approach $88,624 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Build Manager?

Build Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Build Manager roles are District of Columbia $86,265, California $85,938, Massachusetts $84,792. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Build Manager roles make?

Salaries for Build Manager level roles vary by specialization: Build and Release Manager: $148,300; Design Build Project Manager: $142,592; Software Build Engineer: $126,405; Build and Release Engineer Senior: $123,100; DESIGN BUILD OPERATIONS MANAGER: $110,724.

Build Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Build Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Build Manager in District of Columbia is $86,265 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,397
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,674 to $99,944
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,122

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Build Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,944	$8,329	$1,922	$48
Average	$86,265	$7,189	$1,659	$41
25th Percentile	$74,674	$6,223	$1,436	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Build Manager Salaries

A Build 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 Build Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Build 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): $83,045
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,528
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,655
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,943
Expert (over 8 years): $88,624

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Build Manager	$83,045
Intermediate Level Build Manager	$83,528
Senior Level Build Manager	$84,655
Specialist Level Build Manager	$85,943
Expert Level Build Manager	$88,624

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

District of Columbia: $86,265.
California: $85,938.
Massachusetts: $84,792.

District of Columbia $86,265 California $85,938 Massachusetts $84,792 Washington $84,481 New Jersey $84,450 Alaska $84,340 Connecticut $83,265 New York $82,829

Hawaii $81,434 Rhode Island $80,780 Maryland $80,336 Minnesota $79,728 Colorado $79,494 Illinois $79,416 Oregon $79,120 Delaware $78,902

New Hampshire $78,765 Virginia $78,458 Pennsylvania $77,562 Nevada $77,110 North Dakota $76,962 Michigan $76,728 Wisconsin $76,643 Vermont $76,471

Texas $75,996 Maine $75,965 Arizona $75,918 Ohio $75,864 Georgia $75,147 Indiana $74,788 Wyoming $74,718 Utah $74,609

Iowa $74,562 Kansas $74,188 Louisiana $74,079 North Carolina $74,040 Missouri $74,025 Florida $73,721 Montana $73,557 Nebraska $73,402

Kentucky $73,316 South Carolina $73,004 Tennessee $72,809 Idaho $72,732 New Mexico $72,163 Oklahoma $72,038 Alabama $71,578 South Dakota $70,807

Arkansas $70,386 West Virginia $70,160 Mississippi $69,483

Top Paying Cities for Build 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:

Parcel Return Service: $85,797
Washington: $85,797
Naval Anacost Annex: $85,794

Parcel Return Service, DC $85,797 Washington, DC $85,797 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $85,794 Washington Navy Yard, DC $85,797

Build Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Build 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 May 01, 2026

$74,674

Average $86,265/year

$99,944

$6,223

Average $7,189/month

$8,329

$1,436

Average $1,659/week

$1,922

$36

Average $41/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,944	$8,329	$1,922	$48
Average	$86,265	$7,189	$1,659	$41
25th Percentile	$74,674	$6,223	$1,436	$36

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