Structural Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Structural Project Manager in the United States is $113,127 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,088
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,587 to $124,099
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,991
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Structural Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $124,099 $10,342 $2,387 $60
Average $113,127 $9,427 $2,176 $54
25th Percentile $102,587 $8,549 $1,973 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Structural Project Manager Salaries

A Structural 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 Structural Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Structural 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): $108,331
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $108,810
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,406
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,450
  • Expert (over 8 years): $116,354
Levels Salary
Entry Level Structural Project Manager$108,331
Intermediate Level Structural Project Manager$108,810
Senior Level Structural Project Manager$110,406
Specialist Level Structural Project Manager$113,450
Expert Level Structural Project Manager$116,354
$108,331 0 yr
$108,810 < 2 yrs
$110,406 2-4 yrs
$113,450 5-8 yrs
$116,354 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Structural 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: $142,687
  • San Francisco: $141,125
  • Oakland: $138,151

What Skills Can Increase a Structural Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.22% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • API (Mentioned in 1.9% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • Product Marketing (Mentioned in 1.42% Job Postings): Product marketing is a process of promoting and selling a product to a customer. Also product marketing is defined as being the intermediary function between product development and increasing brand awareness. For example, product management deals with the basics of product development within a firm, whereas product marketing deals with marketing the product to prospects, customers, and others. Product marketing, as a job function within a firm, also differs from other marketing jobs such as social media marketing, marketing communications ("marcom"), online marketing, advertising, marketing strategy, and public relations, although product marketers may use channels such as online for outbound marketing for their product. A product market is something that is referred to when pitching a new product to the general public. Product market definition focuses on a narrow statement: the product type, customer needs (functional needs), customer type, and geographic area.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.22%
API 1.9%
Product Marketing 1.42%
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 Structural Project Manager's salary.
  • User Stories: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Product Management: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
User Stories
$127,834
13%
Product Management
$125,571
11%
Computer Science
$124,440
10%
Scrum
$124,440
10%
Product Strategy
$124,440
10%
Product Marketing
$123,308
9%
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Structural Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Structural Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Structural Project Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Structural Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Structural Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$141,409$68.025%
Energy & Utilities$135,752$65.020%
Insurance$130,096$63.015%
Financial Services$124,440$60.010%
Internet$124,440$60.010%

How Education impacts a Structural Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Structural Project Managers enter the field with a Associate'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 Structural Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $120,801 and $133,121).

Structural Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Structural Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 4.6%
Associates 4.9%
Bachelors 44.9%
Masters 40.7%
Doctorate 4.5%
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Structural Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Structural 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 Structural Project Manager

Salaries for a Structural Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $91,731 in 2023 to around $91,661 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Structural Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Structural Project Manager Over Time

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$91,731
2024
$92,205
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$91,661
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  • Green Key Resources

    Columbus, OH

    Green Key Resources | Columbus, OH

    Construction Project Manager | Columbus, OH. This is an opportunity to join a reputable builder with a strong pipeline of work across commercial, education... more

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  • GH Engage

    Columbus, OH

    GH Engage | Columbus, OH

    Owner’s Representative – Data Centre Construction. We are seeking an experienced. Owner’s Representative / Project Manager. to take a leading role in the d... more

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  • CESO, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    CESO, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Are you a Project Manager in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction field seeking purpose, challenge, and talent... more

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  • Create Salon Collective

    Columbus, OH

    Create Salon Collective | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Description: The Opportunity:This role is a fantastic opportunity to use your detail orientation and project man... more

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  • Churchill

    Columbus, OH

    Churchill | Columbus, OH

    About the Company. Churchill is seeking a Project Manager to support hyper-scale data center design and construction projects on behalf of a Fortune 100 te... more

    6 Days Ago

  • FirstOption Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    FirstOption Staffing | Columbus, OH

    As identified and assigned What We Are Looking For. High school diploma or GED with experience required, associate or bachelors degree preferred. Certified... more

    6 Days Ago

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FAQ about Structural Project Manager

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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Structural Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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