Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Mechanical Construction Project Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Construction Project Manager in the United States is $147,903 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,764
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,707 to $160,916
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,424
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Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $160,916 $13,410 $3,095 $77
Average $147,903 $12,325 $2,844 $71
25th Percentile $137,707 $11,476 $2,648 $66
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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salaries

A Mechanical Construction 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mechanical Construction 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): $104,484
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $129,746
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,947
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $173,159
  • Expert (over 8 years): $204,040
Levels Salary
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Construction Project Manager$104,484
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Construction Project Manager$129,746
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Construction Project Manager$146,947
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Construction Project Manager$173,159
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Construction Project Manager$204,040
$104,484 0 yr
$129,746 < 2 yrs
$146,947 2-4 yrs
$173,159 5-8 yrs
$204,040 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Construction 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:

  • San Jose: $186,550
  • San Francisco: $184,508
  • Oakland: $180,619

What Skills Can Increase a Mechanical Construction Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.4% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 1.11% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
  • Food Service (Mentioned in 0.94% Job Postings): The foodservice or catering industry includes the businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.4%
Economics 1.11%
Food Service 0.94%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Mechanical Construction Project Manager's salary.
  • Catering: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Motivating: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Catering
$180,442
22%
Agile
$158,256
7%
Motivating
$156,777
6%
Decision Making
$155,298
5%
Supply Chain
$155,298
5%
Business Development
$155,298
5%
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Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mechanical Construction Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Mechanical Construction Project Manager positions in Media or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mechanical Construction Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mechanical Construction Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$177,484$85.020%
Software & Networking$177,484$85.020%
Financial Services$170,088$82.015%
Business Services$162,693$78.010%
Insurance$162,693$78.010%

How Education impacts a Mechanical Construction Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Mechanical Construction Project Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Mechanical Construction Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $153,504 and $162,484).

Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Mechanical Construction Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 4.1%
Associates 2.8%
Bachelors 46.4%
Masters 40.3%
Doctorate 5.9%
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Mechanical Construction Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mechanical Construction 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Mechanical Construction Project Manager

Salaries for a Mechanical Construction Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $157,706 in 2023 to around $148,741 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Mechanical Construction Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Mechanical Construction Project Manager Over Time

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$157,706
2024
$153,573
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  • Triversity Construction

    Columbus, OH

    Triversity Construction | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Triversity Construction. is expanding in the Columbus market and hiring. Project Managers. to help in the expansion and t... more

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  • NCW

    Columbus, OH

    NCW | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. As a. Project Manager (PM. ). you will be responsible for project performance and profit from day one. You will work clos... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Hughes Marino

    Columbus, OH

    Hughes Marino | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. About Hughes MarinoHughes Marino is a nationally recognized, award-winning corporate real estate advisory firm specializi... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Environmental Design Group

    Columbus, OH

    Environmental Design Group | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Join the Environmental Design Group Team – Where People and Purpose Meet. Title: Construction Project Manage... more

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  • PurgeRite

    Columbus, OH

    PurgeRite | Columbus, OH

    About Us :PurgeRite, the leader in high-quality mechanical flushing services, is seeking highly motivated and experienced engineers.We serve all sizes of c... more

    5 Days Ago

  • CRB

    Columbus, OH

    CRB | Columbus, OH

    Construction Project ManagerCRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sc... more

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FAQ about Mechanical Construction Project Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Mechanical Construction Project Manager?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Mechanical Construction Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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