What is the hourly salary range of senior project manager construction?

As of September 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of senior project manager construction in the United States is $58. While Salary.com is seeing that senior project manager construction salary in the US can go up to $67 or down to $45, but most earn between $51 and $63. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of senior project manager construction in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
senior project manager construction Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $45 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $51 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $58 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $63 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $67 US September 01, 2026
25% $51 10% $45 90% $67 75% $63 $58 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A senior project manager construction ?

The salary for a Senior Project Manager in construction typically ranges from $90,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on factors such as experience, location, and the complexity of projects managed. Responsibilities include overseeing project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing teams of engineers and subcontractors. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role. Additionally, proficiency in project management software and a thorough understanding of construction processes and contrac...

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    Project Manager II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of senior project manager construction in the United States. The average hourly rate for senior project manager construction ranges from $51 to $63 with the average hourly pay of $58. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $56 to $71 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $63.

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