As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for senior project manager construction in Illinois is $122,450, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,355 weekly, or $10,204 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for senior project manager construction in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for senior project manager construction in Illinois vary widely, spanning from $95,517 to $142,680. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,352) and 75th percentile ($133,039), while top earners (90th percentile) make $142,680 per year. This $24,687 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or PowerPoint, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Illinois senior project manager construction often earn 1.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 64 companies. However, Illinois currently ranks 14 nationwide for senior project manager construction job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
senior project manager construction Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $95,517 IL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $108,352 IL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $122,450 IL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $133,039 IL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile senior project manager construction Salary $142,680 IL September 01, 2026
25% $108,352 10% $95,517 90% $142,680 75% $133,039 $122,450 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $127,666 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $125,919 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $116,355 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $116,073 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $117,812 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $126,133 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $115,993 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $116,229 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $117,970 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $115,495 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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