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 $81,066, a Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $101,324, a Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $124,011, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $139,687, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $164,735,

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 Hawaii

How much does a Building Project Manager make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Building Project Manager in Hawaii is $81,638 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,496
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,520 to $89,415
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,039

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Building Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,415	$7,451	$1,720	$43
Average	$81,638	$6,803	$1,570	$39
25th Percentile	$74,520	$6,210	$1,433	$36

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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): $81,066
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,324
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,011
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,687
Expert (over 8 years): $164,735

Levels	Salary
Building ... Level Building Project Manager	$81,066
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$101,324
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$124,011
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$139,687
Project M... Level Building Project Manager	$164,735

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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:

Aiea: $81,196
Anahola: $80,131
Captain Cook: $80,051

Aiea, HI $81,196 Anahola, HI $80,131 Captain Cook, HI $80,051 Eleele, HI $80,294 Ewa Beach, HI $81,124 Kapolei, HI $81,059 Haiku, HI $80,191 Hakalau, HI $80,011

Haleiwa, HI $80,903 Hana, HI $79,999 Hanalei, HI $80,027 Hanamaulu, HI $80,189 Hanapepe, HI $80,290 Hauula, HI $81,026 Hawaii National Park, HI $80,104 Hawi, HI $80,237

Hilo, HI $80,181 Princeville, HI $80,173 Holualoa, HI $80,083 Honaunau, HI $79,945 Honokaa, HI $80,048 Honomu, HI $80,174 Hoolehua, HI $79,945 Kaaawa, HI $81,053

Kahuku, HI $80,880 Kahului, HI $80,376 Kailua, HI $81,170 Ocean View, HI $80,149 Waikoloa, HI $80,142 Keauhou, HI $80,083 Kailua Kona, HI $80,180 Kalaheo, HI $80,198

Kalaupapa, HI $79,871 Kamuela, HI $80,088 Kaneohe, HI $81,153 Kapaa, HI $80,285 Kaumakani, HI $80,328 Kaunakakai, HI $80,040 Keaau, HI $80,236 Kealakekua, HI $80,194

Kealia, HI $80,221 Kekaha, HI $80,140 Kihei, HI $80,294 Kilauea, HI $80,174 Kapaau, HI $80,113 Koloa, HI $80,209 Kualapuu, HI $80,017 Kunia, HI $81,034

Kurtistown, HI $80,195 Lahaina, HI $80,211 Laie, HI $80,951 Lanai City, HI $80,017 Laupahoehoe, HI $80,218 Lawai, HI $80,328 Lihue, HI $80,189 Makawao, HI $80,252

Makaweli, HI $80,012 Maunaloa, HI $79,824 Mountain View, HI $80,153 Naalehu, HI $79,992 Ninole, HI $79,938 Ookala, HI $79,963 Paauilo, HI $80,061 Pahala, HI $80,013

Pahoa, HI $80,120 Paia, HI $80,215 Papaaloa, HI $80,229 Papaikou, HI $80,063 Pearl City, HI $81,137 Pepeekeo, HI $80,218 Puunene, HI $80,376 Volcano, HI $80,104

Wahiawa, HI $80,998 Pukalani, HI $80,252 Mililani, HI $81,096 Kula, HI $80,087 Waialua, HI $80,859 Waianae, HI $80,934 Wailuku, HI $80,251 Waimanalo, HI $81,155

Waimea, HI $80,321 Waipahu, HI $81,102 Honolulu, HI $81,224 J B P H H, HI $81,210 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $81,042 Schofield Barracks, HI $81,019 Fort Shafter, HI $81,224 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $81,224

Camp H M Smith, HI $81,206 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $81,127 Wake Island, HI $81,224

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	$122,457	$59.0	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

$74,520

Average $81,638/year

$89,415

$6,210

Average $6,803/month

$7,451

$1,433

Average $1,570/week

$1,720

$36

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,415	$7,451	$1,720	$43
Average	$81,638	$6,803	$1,570	$39
25th Percentile	$74,520	$6,210	$1,433	$36

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