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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Building Project Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Building Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Building Project Manager's salary?

A Building Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Building Project Manager (0-2 years)earns $78,545, a Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $98,174, a Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $120,155, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $135,343, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $159,612,

What are the highest paying states for a Building Project Manager?

Building Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Building Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $86,481, California $86,153, Massachusetts $85,005. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Building Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Building Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Construction and Building Project Director: $203,400; Construction and Building Senior Project Manager: $147,900; Construction and Building Project Senior Coordinator: $128,600; Building Services Manager: $121,363; Construction and Building Project Manager: $118,700.

Building Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Building Project Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Building Project Manager in Delaware is $79,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,496
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,203 to $86,635
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,923

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Building Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,635	$7,220	$1,666	$42
Average	$79,100	$6,592	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$72,203	$6,017	$1,389	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Building Project Manager Salaries

A Building 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 Building Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Building 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): $78,545
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,174
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,155
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,343
Expert (over 8 years): $159,612

Levels	Salary
Building ... Level Building Project Manager	$78,545
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$98,174
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$120,155
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$135,343
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$159,612

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

District of Columbia: $86,481.
California: $86,153.
Massachusetts: $85,005.

District of Columbia $86,481 California $86,153 Massachusetts $85,005 Washington $84,692 New Jersey $84,661 Alaska $84,551 Connecticut $83,474 New York $83,036

Hawaii $81,638 Rhode Island $80,982 Maryland $80,537 Minnesota $79,928 Colorado $79,693 Illinois $79,615 Oregon $79,318 Delaware $79,100

New Hampshire $78,962 Virginia $78,654 Pennsylvania $77,756 Nevada $77,303 North Dakota $77,155 Michigan $76,920 Wisconsin $76,834 Vermont $76,663

Texas $76,186 Maine $76,155 Arizona $76,108 Ohio $76,053 Georgia $75,335 Indiana $74,975 Wyoming $74,905 Utah $74,796

Iowa $74,749 Kansas $74,374 Louisiana $74,265 North Carolina $74,226 Missouri $74,210 Florida $73,905 Montana $73,741 Nebraska $73,585

Kentucky $73,499 South Carolina $73,187 Tennessee $72,992 Idaho $72,913 New Mexico $72,343 Oklahoma $72,218 Alabama $71,757 South Dakota $70,984

Arkansas $70,562 West Virginia $70,336 Mississippi $69,656

Top Paying Cities for Building 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: $78,743
Little Creek: $79,320
Magnolia: $79,206

Lincoln, DE $78,743 Little Creek, DE $79,320 Magnolia, DE $79,206 Milford, DE $78,943 Marydel, DE $79,073 Millsboro, DE $78,413 Millville, DE $78,534 Milton, DE $78,670

Nassau, DE $78,727 Ocean View, DE $78,521 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,672 Seaford, DE $78,716 Selbyville, DE $78,390 Smyrna, DE $79,375 Viola, DE $79,009 Woodside, DE $79,221

Bear, DE $79,039 Newark, DE $79,009 Claymont, DE $79,171 Delaware City, DE $79,088 Hockessin, DE $79,002 Kirkwood, DE $79,073 Middletown, DE $79,103 Montchanin, DE $79,020

New Castle, DE $79,032 Odessa, DE $79,143 Port Penn, DE $79,196 Rockland, DE $79,028 Saint Georges, DE $79,078 Townsend, DE $79,200 Winterthur, DE $79,037 Lewes, DE $78,700

Wilmington, DE $79,006 Dover, DE $79,320 Dover Afb, DE $78,902 Bethany Beach, DE $78,438 Bethel, DE $78,519 Bridgeville, DE $78,704 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,096 Cheswold, DE $79,294

Clayton, DE $79,296 Dagsboro, DE $78,383 Delmar, DE $78,258 Ellendale, DE $78,495 Felton, DE $78,937 Fenwick Island, DE $78,401 Frankford, DE $78,264 Frederica, DE $79,015

Georgetown, DE $78,354 Greenwood, DE $78,717 Harbeson, DE $78,437 Harrington, DE $78,837 Hartly, DE $79,082 Houston, DE $78,725 Kenton, DE $79,300 Laurel, DE $78,307

Yorklyn, DE $79,025

Building Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Building Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Building Project Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Building Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Building Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$118,649	$57.0	50%

Building Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Building 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 July 01, 2026

$72,203

Average $79,100/year

$86,635

$6,017

Average $6,592/month

$7,220

$1,389

Average $1,521/week

$1,666

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,635	$7,220	$1,666	$42
Average	$79,100	$6,592	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$72,203	$6,017	$1,389	$35

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