What are the main factors that influence a Civil Engineering Project 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 Civil Engineering Project Manager's salary?

A Civil Engineering Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Civil Engineering Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $86,930, a Civil Engineering Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $119,948, a Civil Engineering Project Manager (12+ years)earns $147,548, a Civil Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $179,140, a Civil Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $201,675,

What are the highest paying states for a Civil Engineering Project Manager?

Civil Engineering Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Engineering Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $160,336, California $159,728, Massachusetts $157,599. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Civil Engineering Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Civil Engineering Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Senior Manager: $174,100; Civil Infrastructure Engineering Senior Manager: $174,030; Civil Engineering Senior Manager: $174,022; Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager: $143,400; Civil Infrastructure Engineering Manager: $143,340.

Civil Engineering Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Engineering Project Manager make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Engineering Project Manager in Delaware is $146,651 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,326
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,724 to $159,044
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,955

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Civil Engineering Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,044	$13,254	$3,059	$76
Average	$146,651	$12,221	$2,820	$71
25th Percentile	$133,724	$11,144	$2,572	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Civil Engineering Project Manager Salaries

A Civil Engineering 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Civil Engineering Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil Engineering 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): $86,930
Early Career (1-2 years): $119,948
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,548
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $179,140
Expert (over 8 years): $201,675

Levels	Salary
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Project Manager	$86,930
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Project Manager	$119,948
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Project Manager	$147,548
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Project Manager	$179,140
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Project Manager	$201,675

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

District of Columbia: $160,336.
California: $159,728.
Massachusetts: $157,599.

District of Columbia $160,336 California $159,728 Massachusetts $157,599 Washington $157,020 New Jersey $156,962 Alaska $156,759 Connecticut $154,761 New York $153,950

Hawaii $151,358 Rhode Island $150,141 Maryland $149,316 Minnesota $148,186 Colorado $147,752 Illinois $147,607 Oregon $147,057 Delaware $146,651

New Hampshire $146,396 Virginia $145,826 Pennsylvania $144,160 Nevada $143,320 North Dakota $143,045 Michigan $142,611 Wisconsin $142,452 Vermont $142,133

Texas $141,250 Maine $141,192 Arizona $141,105 Ohio $141,003 Georgia $139,671 Indiana $139,005 Wyoming $138,875 Utah $138,672

Iowa $138,585 Kansas $137,890 Louisiana $137,687 North Carolina $137,615 Missouri $137,586 Florida $137,021 Montana $136,717 Nebraska $136,427

Kentucky $136,268 South Carolina $135,689 Tennessee $135,327 Idaho $135,182 New Mexico $134,125 Oklahoma $133,893 Alabama $133,039 South Dakota $131,605

Arkansas $130,823 West Virginia $130,403 Mississippi $129,143

Top Paying Cities for Civil Engineering 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:

Lincoln: $151,777
Little Creek: $150,373
Magnolia: $150,995

Lincoln, DE $151,777 Little Creek, DE $150,373 Magnolia, DE $150,995 Milford, DE $151,777 Marydel, DE $149,808 Millsboro, DE $151,777 Millville, DE $152,791 Milton, DE $151,777

Nassau, DE $151,777 Ocean View, DE $152,791 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,791 Seaford, DE $150,185 Selbyville, DE $152,791 Smyrna, DE $149,634 Viola, DE $150,995 Woodside, DE $150,561

Bear, DE $148,534 Newark, DE $148,592 Claymont, DE $148,707 Delaware City, DE $148,592 Hockessin, DE $148,707 Kirkwood, DE $148,592 Middletown, DE $149,330 Montchanin, DE $148,707

New Castle, DE $148,707 Odessa, DE $149,533 Port Penn, DE $148,186 Rockland, DE $148,707 Saint Georges, DE $148,592 Townsend, DE $149,316 Winterthur, DE $148,707 Lewes, DE $151,777

Wilmington, DE $148,707 Dover, DE $150,300 Dover Afb, DE $150,648 Bethany Beach, DE $152,791 Bethel, DE $150,185 Bridgeville, DE $151,777 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,460 Cheswold, DE $149,953

Clayton, DE $149,576 Dagsboro, DE $152,791 Delmar, DE $150,185 Ellendale, DE $151,777 Felton, DE $151,777 Fenwick Island, DE $152,791 Frankford, DE $152,791 Frederica, DE $151,777

Georgetown, DE $151,777 Greenwood, DE $151,777 Harbeson, DE $151,777 Harrington, DE $151,777 Hartly, DE $149,504 Houston, DE $151,777 Kenton, DE $149,576 Laurel, DE $150,185

Yorklyn, DE $148,707

Civil Engineering Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil Engineering 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 March 01, 2026

$133,724

Average $146,651/year

$159,044

$11,144

Average $12,221/month

$13,254

$2,572

Average $2,820/week

$3,059

$64

Average $71/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,044	$13,254	$3,059	$76
Average	$146,651	$12,221	$2,820	$71
25th Percentile	$133,724	$11,144	$2,572	$64

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