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How much does a Public Works Manager make? The average Public Works Manager salary is $147,709 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $125,910 and $170,421. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Resilience and Disaster Planning Manager- Public Works (0931) (144669)
City and County of San Francisco - San Francisco , CA
Public Works currently has a vacancy for the position of Resilience and Disaster Planning Manager (0931 Manager III). Job Description As the Manager of Resilience and Disaster Planning, you will ...
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Senior Public Works Construction / Project Manager
Clad Consulting, Inc. - Arroyo Grande , CA
The Public Works Senior Construction / Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of construction management and inspection services for various clients including the ...
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Deputy Public Works Director/Engineering Services Manager
City of Port Townsend - Port Townsend , WA
JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision of the Public Works Director, this position is responsible for managing the engineering department in the development and implementation of Public Works projects ...
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Assistant Project Manager - Public Works Construction
Capital Program Management Inc - Redwood City , CA
Salary: $27.00/hr - $45.00/hr DOE Capital Program Management (CPM) seeks Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers with experience to work with our Eastern Bay Area public works clients. In ...
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SR. PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER | Closes April 26th @ 5pm
City of Crescent City - Crescent City , CA
Under general supervision of the Public Works Maintenance Manager, performs and provides general supervision of varied skilled and semi-skilled labor in the construction, installation, maintenance ...
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Resident Engineer - Transportation and Public Works
Psomas - Chico , CA
This team specializes in managing the construction of heavy civil transportation and public works infrastructure projects in the Greater Sacramento Region, Roseville, Chico and surrounding areas. As ...
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Public Works Manager Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Public Works Manager between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Public Works Manager in each city.

Public Works Manager Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $184,636
Washington, DC $164,400
Miami, FL $142,539
Chicago, IL $154,947
Boston, MA $165,582
New York, NY $172,524
Dallas, TX $145,789
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Average Salary Range for Public Works Manager

Average Base Salary

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125910
170421
147709

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
134642
196961
163208
What is the average salary for Public Works Manager in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Public Works Manager in the United States. The base salary for Public Works Manager ranges from $125,910 to $170,421 with the average base salary of $147,709. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $134,642 to $196,961 with the average total cash compensation of $163,208.

View Average Salary for Public Works Manager as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $147,709 $125,910 - $170,421
Bonus $15,499 $8,731 - $26,539
Total Pay $163,208 $134,642 - $196,961
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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What's the difference between General Manager Public Works and Public Works Manager?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Public Works Manager is $147,709, and the average salary of General Manager Public Works is $146,039. The average salary of General Manager Public Works is lower than Public Works Manager. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Public Works Manager, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Public Works Manager. a Public Works Manager Salary in Oxnard, CA is $158,344 as of March 26, 2024; a Public Works Manager Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $136,483 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

Public Works Manager Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Public Works Manager vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Public Works Manager can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024