Construction Division Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Division Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Division Manager in the United States is $138,771 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,854
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,443 to $151,377
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,667
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Construction Division Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $151,377 $12,615 $2,911 $73
Average $138,771 $11,564 $2,669 $67
25th Percentile $121,443 $10,120 $2,335 $58
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Division Manager Salaries

A Construction Division 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Division Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Division 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): $84,228
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $97,019
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,171
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,280
  • Expert (over 8 years): $139,975
Levels Salary
Field Eng... Level Construction Division Manager$84,228
Field Eng... Level Construction Division Manager$97,019
Field Eng... Level Construction Division Manager$122,171
Field Eng... Level Construction Division Manager$117,280
Construct... Level Construction Division Manager$139,975
$84,228 0 yr
$97,019 < 2 yrs
$122,171 2-4 yrs
$117,280 5-8 yrs
$139,975 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Construction Division 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:

  • San Jose: $175,032
  • San Francisco: $173,115
  • Oakland: $169,467

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Division Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 7.84% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 1.87% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 1.24% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Scheduling 7.84%
Quality Control 1.87%
Accounting 1.24%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Construction Division Manager's salary.
  • Warehouse Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • RFI: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Warehouse Operations
$145,710
5%
Consulting
$145,710
5%
RFI
$142,934
3%
Innovation
$142,934
3%
Initiative
$142,934
3%
Flexibility
$142,934
3%
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Construction Division Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Division 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, Construction Division Manager positions in Construction or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Division Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Construction Division Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$152,648$73.010%

How Education impacts a Construction Division Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Division Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Division Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $133,882 and $147,121).

Construction Division Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Division Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.1%
High School 20.7%
Associates 10.2%
Bachelors 53.2%
Masters 13.2%
Doctorate 0.6%
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Construction Division Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Division 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Construction Division Manager

Salaries for a Construction Division Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $115,054 in 2023 to around $114,148 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Division Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Construction Division Manager Over Time

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Construction Division Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Construction Division Manager?

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

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