What are the main factors that influence a Civil 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 Civil Project Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Civil Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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

A Civil Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Civil Engineering Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $84,855, a Civil Engineering Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $117,120, a Civil Project Manager (12+ years)earns $144,101, a Civil Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $174,992, a Civil Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $196,981,

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

Civil Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $158,606, California $158,005, Massachusetts $155,899. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Civil Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Civil Engineering Senior Manager: $174,086; Civil Engineer Project Manager: $153,241; Civil Engineer V: $148,037; Civil Engineering Project Manager: $144,834; Civil Infrastructure Engineering Manager: $143,360.

Civil Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Project Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Project Manager in Delaware is $145,069 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,222
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,404 to $158,235
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,783

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Civil Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,235	$13,186	$3,043	$76
Average	$145,069	$12,089	$2,790	$70
25th Percentile	$133,404	$11,117	$2,565	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Civil Project Manager Salaries

A Civil 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 Civil Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil 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): $84,855
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,120
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $144,101
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $174,992
Expert (over 8 years): $196,981

Levels	Salary
Civil Eng... Level Civil Project Manager	$84,855
Civil Eng... Level Civil Project Manager	$117,120
Civil Pro... Level Civil Project Manager	$144,101
Civil Eng... Level Civil Project Manager	$174,992
Civil Eng... Level Civil Project Manager	$196,981

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

District of Columbia: $158,606.
California: $158,005.
Massachusetts: $155,899.

District of Columbia $158,606 California $158,005 Massachusetts $155,899 Washington $155,326 New Jersey $155,269 Alaska $155,068 Connecticut $153,091 New York $152,289

Hawaii $149,725 Rhode Island $148,522 Maryland $147,705 Minnesota $146,588 Colorado $146,158 Illinois $146,015 Oregon $145,470 Delaware $145,069

New Hampshire $144,817 Virginia $144,253 Pennsylvania $142,605 Nevada $141,775 North Dakota $141,502 Michigan $141,073 Wisconsin $140,915 Vermont $140,600

Texas $139,726 Maine $139,669 Arizona $139,583 Ohio $139,483 Georgia $138,165 Indiana $137,506 Wyoming $137,377 Utah $137,176

Iowa $137,090 Kansas $136,403 Louisiana $136,202 North Carolina $136,130 Missouri $136,102 Florida $135,543 Montana $135,242 Nebraska $134,956

Kentucky $134,798 South Carolina $134,225 Tennessee $133,867 Idaho $133,724 New Mexico $132,678 Oklahoma $132,449 Alabama $131,604 South Dakota $130,186

Arkansas $129,412 West Virginia $128,997 Mississippi $127,750

Top Paying Cities for Civil 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: $144,416
Little Creek: $145,473
Magnolia: $145,264

Lincoln, DE $144,416 Little Creek, DE $145,473 Magnolia, DE $145,264 Milford, DE $144,783 Marydel, DE $145,021 Millsboro, DE $143,810 Millville, DE $144,032 Milton, DE $144,281

Nassau, DE $144,386 Ocean View, DE $144,008 Rehoboth Beach, DE $144,284 Seaford, DE $144,366 Selbyville, DE $143,769 Smyrna, DE $145,574 Viola, DE $144,903 Woodside, DE $145,293

Bear, DE $144,958 Newark, DE $144,903 Claymont, DE $145,200 Delaware City, DE $145,048 Hockessin, DE $144,890 Kirkwood, DE $145,021 Middletown, DE $145,076 Montchanin, DE $144,923

New Castle, DE $144,945 Odessa, DE $145,148 Port Penn, DE $145,245 Rockland, DE $144,937 Saint Georges, DE $145,031 Townsend, DE $145,254 Winterthur, DE $144,955 Lewes, DE $144,337

Wilmington, DE $144,897 Dover, DE $145,473 Dover Afb, DE $144,707 Bethany Beach, DE $143,856 Bethel, DE $144,005 Bridgeville, DE $144,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,064 Cheswold, DE $145,426

Clayton, DE $145,430 Dagsboro, DE $143,756 Delmar, DE $143,525 Ellendale, DE $143,961 Felton, DE $144,771 Fenwick Island, DE $143,787 Frankford, DE $143,537 Frederica, DE $144,915

Georgetown, DE $143,701 Greenwood, DE $144,367 Harbeson, DE $143,855 Harrington, DE $144,588 Hartly, DE $145,038 Houston, DE $144,382 Kenton, DE $145,437 Laurel, DE $143,615

Yorklyn, DE $144,933

Civil Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 69% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Civil Project Manager positions in Insurance or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Civil Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$195,844	$94.0	35%
Biotechnology	$188,590	$91.0	30%
Business Services	$181,337	$87.0	25%
Chemicals	$174,083	$84.0	20%
Construction	$171,182	$82.0	18%

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

Understanding how a Civil 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.

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$133,404

Average $145,069/year

$158,235

$11,117

Average $12,089/month

$13,186

$2,565

Average $2,790/week

$3,043

$64

Average $70/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,235	$13,186	$3,043	$76
Average	$145,069	$12,089	$2,790	$70
25th Percentile	$133,404	$11,117	$2,565	$64

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