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

What industry pays the highest salary for Build Manager?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Build Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Build Manager's salary?

A Build Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $75,994 for beginners, reaching about $77,467 at mid-level, and approach $81,098 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 $86,306, California $85,979, Massachusetts $84,833. 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: $142,640; Software Build Engineer: $126,397; Build and Release Engineer Senior: $123,100; DESIGN BUILD OPERATIONS MANAGER: $110,746.

Build Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Build Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Build Manager in Delaware is $78,940 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,853
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,335 to $91,457
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,679

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Build Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,457	$7,621	$1,759	$44
Average	$78,940	$6,578	$1,518	$38
25th Percentile	$68,335	$5,695	$1,314	$33

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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): $75,994
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,436
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,467
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,646
Expert (over 8 years): $81,098

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Build Manager	$75,994
Intermediate Level Build Manager	$76,436
Senior Level Build Manager	$77,467
Specialist Level Build Manager	$78,646
Expert Level Build Manager	$81,098

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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: $86,306.
California: $85,979.
Massachusetts: $84,833.

District of Columbia $86,306 California $85,979 Massachusetts $84,833 Washington $84,521 New Jersey $84,490 Alaska $84,381 Connecticut $83,305 New York $82,869

Hawaii $81,474 Rhode Island $80,819 Maryland $80,374 Minnesota $79,766 Colorado $79,533 Illinois $79,455 Oregon $79,158 Delaware $78,940

New Hampshire $78,803 Virginia $78,496 Pennsylvania $77,599 Nevada $77,147 North Dakota $76,999 Michigan $76,765 Wisconsin $76,680 Vermont $76,508

Texas $76,033 Maine $76,001 Arizona $75,955 Ohio $75,900 Georgia $75,183 Indiana $74,824 Wyoming $74,754 Utah $74,645

Iowa $74,598 Kansas $74,224 Louisiana $74,115 North Carolina $74,076 Missouri $74,060 Florida $73,756 Montana $73,593 Nebraska $73,437

Kentucky $73,351 South Carolina $73,039 Tennessee $72,844 Idaho $72,767 New Mexico $72,197 Oklahoma $72,073 Alabama $71,613 South Dakota $70,841

Arkansas $70,420 West Virginia $70,194 Mississippi $69,516

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:

Lincoln: $78,585
Little Creek: $79,160
Magnolia: $79,046

Lincoln, DE $78,585 Little Creek, DE $79,160 Magnolia, DE $79,046 Milford, DE $78,784 Marydel, DE $78,914 Millsboro, DE $78,255 Millville, DE $78,376 Milton, DE $78,511

Nassau, DE $78,568 Ocean View, DE $78,363 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,513 Seaford, DE $78,557 Selbyville, DE $78,232 Smyrna, DE $79,215 Viola, DE $78,850 Woodside, DE $79,062

Bear, DE $78,879 Newark, DE $78,850 Claymont, DE $79,011 Delaware City, DE $78,928 Hockessin, DE $78,843 Kirkwood, DE $78,914 Middletown, DE $78,944 Montchanin, DE $78,861

New Castle, DE $78,872 Odessa, DE $78,983 Port Penn, DE $79,036 Rockland, DE $78,868 Saint Georges, DE $78,919 Townsend, DE $79,041 Winterthur, DE $78,878 Lewes, DE $78,542

Wilmington, DE $78,847 Dover, DE $79,160 Dover Afb, DE $78,743 Bethany Beach, DE $78,280 Bethel, DE $78,361 Bridgeville, DE $78,546 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,937 Cheswold, DE $79,134

Clayton, DE $79,137 Dagsboro, DE $78,225 Delmar, DE $78,100 Ellendale, DE $78,337 Felton, DE $78,778 Fenwick Island, DE $78,243 Frankford, DE $78,106 Frederica, DE $78,856

Georgetown, DE $78,196 Greenwood, DE $78,558 Harbeson, DE $78,279 Harrington, DE $78,678 Hartly, DE $78,923 Houston, DE $78,566 Kenton, DE $79,140 Laurel, DE $78,149

Yorklyn, DE $78,866

Build Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Build 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 Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Build Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Build Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Build Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$94,728	$46.0	20%
Biotechnology	$90,781	$44.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$86,834	$42.0	10%
Financial Services	$86,834	$42.0	10%
Healthcare	$86,834	$42.0	10%

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 July 01, 2026

$68,335

Average $78,940/year

$91,457

$5,695

Average $6,578/month

$7,621

$1,314

Average $1,518/week

$1,759

$33

Average $38/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,457	$7,621	$1,759	$44
Average	$78,940	$6,578	$1,518	$38
25th Percentile	$68,335	$5,695	$1,314	$33

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