Senior Construction Engineer Salary in Houston, TX

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How much does a Senior Construction Engineer make in Houston, TX? The average Senior Construction Engineer salary in Houston, TX is $113,357 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $101,140 and $127,886. 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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Senior Construction Manager/Resident Engineer

PGH Wong Engineering, Inc. - Fresno , CA

... a full-service engineering, architecture, construction management, and program/project management consulting firm for public and private entities across the nation. We are seeking a senior ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 16 days ago

Senior Quality Engineer Light Rail

TEC Constructors & Engineers - Los Angeles , CA

QUALITY ENGINEER (SENIOR) Duties include but are not limited to ... Perform construction audits for all transit construction projects. · Evaluate quality systems and ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Senior Construction Engineering Consultant

TagStaff - Santa Rosa , CA

A proven track record of at least 10 years in overseeing various aspects of public works infrastructure construction projects, coupled with a minimum of 5 years as a licensed Professional Engineer ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 17 days ago

Sr. Construction Inspector

PBS Engineering and Environmental LLC - Vancouver , WA

PBS Engineering and Environmental LLC is a nationally recognized leader in creative and sustainable ... Senior Construction Inspector to our dynamic team in Vancouver, Washington. $49-58 hourly ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 38 days ago

Construction Sr. Project Engineer

Hattin Construction Management - Dublin , CA

Job description Hattin Construction Management is seeking fulltime Sr. Project Engineer for possible work opportunity in Dublin CA. Project Engineer will assist the project or construction manager in ...

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Senior Construction Estimator

Engineering Company - Plymouth Township , MI

... in construction estimation, with at least 3 years in a senior role. " Proficiency with estimation software or MS Office products. " Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and ...

ZipRecruiter - 15 days ago

What does a Senior Construction Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Senior Construction Engineer

Reviews and interprets drawings and specifications to determine if information is adequate for successful completion of construction, maintains dialogue with design engineering to assure designs are delivered effectively and constructible/maintainable.

September 01, 2022

Participates in obtaining any required permits/clearances, lockouts, and work authorizations prior to commencing work on site.

January 28, 2023

Development of relationships with peers in the local engineering and construction communities through participation in local professional organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Associated General Contractors (AGC), and American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC).

March 02, 2023

Provide review of projects requiring complex and innovative investigation techniques and supervise the analysis and formulation of recommendations in written reports to clients.

March 10, 2023

Demonstrated ability to lead and positively motivate cross-functional teams of engineers, construction managers, contractors and consulting employees to successful completion of such projects.

March 25, 2023

Prepare schematic designs, Construction Documents and specifications in compliance with project program and building design.

March 26, 2023

Assist in establishing Contractor Safety short and long-term strategies, ensuring program effectiveness through continuous improvement of processes such as but not limited to, contractor prequalification, site compliance inspections, program evaluations, and process simplifications.

April 17, 2023

Performs responsible administrative and advanced engineering work in planning, permitting, reviewing and coordinating engineering activities with high degree of independent professional judgment.

May 01, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Senior Construction Engineer in Houston, TX

Average Base Salary

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101140

127886

113357

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

102688

134029

116174

What is the average salary for Senior Construction Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Construction Engineer in Houston, TX. The base salary for Senior Construction Engineer ranges from $101,140 to $127,886 with the average base salary of $113,357. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $102,688 to $134,029 with the average total cash compensation of $116,174.

View Average Salary for Senior Construction Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$113,357	$101,140 - $127,886
Bonus	$2,818	$1,548 - $6,143
Total Pay	$116,174	$102,688 - $134,029

* 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.

Senior Construction Engineer Salary Near Houston, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Pasadena, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,225 - $129,257	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,693 - $129,849	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,803 - $123,665	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,816 - $121,153	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $91,377 - $115,541	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Austin, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $99,174 - $125,399	COMPARE TO Houston, TX

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About Houston, Texas

Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city has a total area of 627 square miles (1,620 km2); this comprises 599.59 square miles (1,552.9 km2) of land and 22.3 square miles (58 km2) covered by water. The Piney Woods are north of Houston. Most of Houston is located on the gulf coastal plain, and its vegetation is classified as temperate grassland and forest. Much of the city was built on forested land, marshes, swamp, or prairie and are all still visible in surrounding areas.[citation need...

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