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

A Construction Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Retail Branch Trainer (4-7 years)earns $90,891, a Branch Service Supervisor (7+ years)earns $68,106, a Construction Operations Manager (7+ years)earns $89,017, a Regional Support Manager (7+ years)earns $103,516, a VP of Retail Banking Operations (7+ years)earns $325,578,

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

Construction Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $88,263, California $87,928, Massachusetts $86,756. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Construction Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Senior Manager of Construction Operations: $170,900; Construction Manager, Sr.: $170,897; Resident Construction Manager II: $170,832; Construction Loan Manager: $159,815; Manager of Construction Operations: $141,200.

Construction Operations Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Construction Operations Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Operations Manager in District of Columbia is $88,263 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,583
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,397 to $97,852
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,505

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Construction Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,852	$8,154	$1,882	$47
Average	$88,263	$7,355	$1,697	$42
25th Percentile	$77,397	$6,450	$1,488	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Operations Manager Salaries

A Construction Operations 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 Construction Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Operations 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): $90,891
Early Career (1-2 years): $68,106
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,017
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,516
Expert (over 8 years): $325,578

Levels	Salary
Retail Br... Level Construction Operations Manager	$90,891
Branch Se... Level Construction Operations Manager	$68,106
Construct... Level Construction Operations Manager	$89,017
Regional ... Level Construction Operations Manager	$103,516
VP of Ret... Level Construction Operations Manager	$325,578

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

District of Columbia: $88,263.
California: $87,928.
Massachusetts: $86,756.

District of Columbia $88,263 California $87,928 Massachusetts $86,756 Washington $86,437 New Jersey $86,405 Alaska $86,294 Connecticut $85,193 New York $84,747

Hawaii $83,320 Rhode Island $82,650 Maryland $82,196 Minnesota $81,574 Colorado $81,335 Illinois $81,255 Oregon $80,953 Delaware $80,729

New Hampshire $80,589 Virginia $80,275 Pennsylvania $79,358 Nevada $78,896 North Dakota $78,744 Michigan $78,505 Wisconsin $78,418 Vermont $78,242

Texas $77,756 Maine $77,724 Arizona $77,676 Ohio $77,620 Georgia $76,887 Indiana $76,520 Wyoming $76,449 Utah $76,337

Iowa $76,289 Kansas $75,906 Louisiana $75,795 North Carolina $75,755 Missouri $75,739 Florida $75,428 Montana $75,261 Nebraska $75,101

Kentucky $75,014 South Carolina $74,695 Tennessee $74,495 Idaho $74,416 New Mexico $73,834 Oklahoma $73,706 Alabama $73,236 South Dakota $72,447

Arkansas $72,016 West Virginia $71,785 Mississippi $71,092

Top Paying Cities for Construction Operations 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: $88,263
Washington: $88,263
Naval Anacost Annex: $88,263

Parcel Return Service, DC $88,263 Washington, DC $88,263 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $88,263 Washington Navy Yard, DC $88,263

Construction Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Operations 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 February 01, 2026

$77,397

Average $88,263/year

$97,852

$6,450

Average $7,355/month

$8,154

$1,488

Average $1,697/week

$1,882

$37

Average $42/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,852	$8,154	$1,882	$47
Average	$88,263	$7,355	$1,697	$42
25th Percentile	$77,397	$6,450	$1,488	$37

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