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

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

How does experience change A Preconstruction Manager's salary?

A Preconstruction Manager's salary grows with experience: a Field Engineer II - Construction (2-4 years)earns $89,770, a Field Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $103,405, a Field Engineer IV - Construction (7+ years)earns $130,202, a Field Engineering Supervisor - Construction (7+ years)earns $124,976, a Preconstruction Manager (7+ years)earns $149,149,

What are the highest paying states for a Preconstruction Manager?

Preconstruction Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Preconstruction Manager roles are District of Columbia $164,211, California $163,588, Massachusetts $161,408. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Preconstruction Manager roles make?

Salaries for Preconstruction Manager level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Preconstruction: $149,346; Mechanical Preconstruction Estimating Manager: $140,249; Preconstruction Project Manager: $117,327; Preconstruction Estimator: $103,158; Preconstruction Engineer: $98,513.

Preconstruction Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Preconstruction Manager make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Preconstruction Manager in Delaware is $150,196 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,401
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,506 to $164,436
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,312

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Preconstruction Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,436	$13,703	$3,162	$79
Average	$150,196	$12,516	$2,888	$72
25th Percentile	$133,506	$11,126	$2,567	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Preconstruction Manager Salaries

A Preconstruction 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 Preconstruction Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Preconstruction 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): $89,770
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,405
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,202
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,976
Expert (over 8 years): $149,149

Levels	Salary
Field Eng... Level Preconstruction Manager	$89,770
Field Eng... Level Preconstruction Manager	$103,405
Field Eng... Level Preconstruction Manager	$130,202
Field Eng... Level Preconstruction Manager	$124,976
Preconstr... Level Preconstruction Manager	$149,149

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

District of Columbia: $164,211.
California: $163,588.
Massachusetts: $161,408.

District of Columbia $164,211 California $163,588 Massachusetts $161,408 Washington $160,815 New Jersey $160,755 Alaska $160,548 Connecticut $158,501 New York $157,670

Hawaii $155,016 Rhode Island $153,770 Maryland $152,925 Minnesota $151,768 Colorado $151,323 Illinois $151,174 Oregon $150,611 Delaware $150,196

New Hampshire $149,935 Virginia $149,350 Pennsylvania $147,645 Nevada $146,784 North Dakota $146,503 Michigan $146,058 Wisconsin $145,895 Vermont $145,568

Texas $144,664 Maine $144,604 Arizona $144,515 Ohio $144,411 Georgia $143,047 Indiana $142,365 Wyoming $142,231 Utah $142,024

Iowa $141,935 Kansas $141,223 Louisiana $141,015 North Carolina $140,941 Missouri $140,911 Florida $140,333 Montana $140,021 Nebraska $139,725

Kentucky $139,562 South Carolina $138,968 Tennessee $138,598 Idaho $138,449 New Mexico $137,367 Oklahoma $137,129 Alabama $136,254 South Dakota $134,786

Arkansas $133,985 West Virginia $133,555 Mississippi $132,265

Top Paying Cities for Preconstruction 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: $149,519
Little Creek: $150,614
Magnolia: $150,397

Lincoln, DE $149,519 Little Creek, DE $150,614 Magnolia, DE $150,397 Milford, DE $149,899 Marydel, DE $150,145 Millsboro, DE $148,892 Millville, DE $149,122 Milton, DE $149,380

Nassau, DE $149,488 Ocean View, DE $149,097 Rehoboth Beach, DE $149,383 Seaford, DE $149,467 Selbyville, DE $148,849 Smyrna, DE $150,718 Viola, DE $150,024 Woodside, DE $150,427

Bear, DE $150,080 Newark, DE $150,024 Claymont, DE $150,331 Delaware City, DE $150,173 Hockessin, DE $150,010 Kirkwood, DE $150,145 Middletown, DE $150,203 Montchanin, DE $150,044

New Castle, DE $150,067 Odessa, DE $150,277 Port Penn, DE $150,378 Rockland, DE $150,059 Saint Georges, DE $150,156 Townsend, DE $150,387 Winterthur, DE $150,077 Lewes, DE $149,438

Wilmington, DE $150,018 Dover, DE $150,614 Dover Afb, DE $149,820 Bethany Beach, DE $148,939 Bethel, DE $149,094 Bridgeville, DE $149,445 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,190 Cheswold, DE $150,565

Clayton, DE $150,569 Dagsboro, DE $148,836 Delmar, DE $148,597 Ellendale, DE $149,048 Felton, DE $149,887 Fenwick Island, DE $148,868 Frankford, DE $148,609 Frederica, DE $150,035

Georgetown, DE $148,779 Greenwood, DE $149,469 Harbeson, DE $148,938 Harrington, DE $149,697 Hartly, DE $150,163 Houston, DE $149,484 Kenton, DE $150,577 Laurel, DE $148,690

Yorklyn, DE $150,055

Preconstruction Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Preconstruction 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 June 01, 2026

$133,506

Average $150,196/year

$164,436

$11,126

Average $12,516/month

$13,703

$2,567

Average $2,888/week

$3,162

$64

Average $72/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,436	$13,703	$3,162	$79
Average	$150,196	$12,516	$2,888	$72
25th Percentile	$133,506	$11,126	$2,567	$64

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