Telecommunications Project Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecommunications Project Manager in the United States is $144,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,881
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,012 to $162,068
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,460
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View as table View as graph 25% $132,012 10% $120,460 90% $177,881 75% $162,068 $144,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Telecommunications Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $162,068 $13,506 $3,117 $78
Average $144,700 $12,058 $2,783 $70
25th Percentile $132,012 $11,001 $2,539 $63
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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Project Manager Salaries

A Telecommunications 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 Telecommunications Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications 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): $115,959
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,829
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,423
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $167,886
  • Expert (over 8 years): $201,766
Levels Salary
Telecommu... Level Telecommunications Project Manager$115,959
Telecommu... Level Telecommunications Project Manager$125,829
Telecommu... Level Telecommunications Project Manager$143,423
Telecommu... Level Telecommunications Project Manager$167,886
VP of Tel... Level Telecommunications Project Manager$201,766
$115,959 0 yr
$125,829 < 2 yrs
$143,423 2-4 yrs
$167,886 5-8 yrs
$201,766 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications 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: $182,510
  • San Francisco: $180,512
  • Oakland: $176,708

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 6.42% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Change Management (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Change management (sometimes abbreviated as CM) is a collective term for all approaches to prepare , support and help individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. The most common change drivers include: technological evolution, process reviews, crisis, and consumer habit changes; pressure from new business entrants, acquisitions, mergers, and organizational restructuring. It includes methods that redirect or redefine the use of resources, business process, budget allocations, or other modes of operation that significantly change a company or organization. Organizational change management (OCM) considers the full organization and what needs to change, while change management may be used solely to refer to how people and teams are affected by such organizational transition. It deals with many different disciplines, from behavioral and social sciences to information technology and business solutions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 6.42%
Billing 1.62%
Change Management 1.01%
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 Telecommunications Project Manager's salary.
  • Empowerment: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Telesales: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Change Management: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Empowerment
$172,193
19%
Telesales
$164,958
14%
Change Management
$160,617
11%
Dedication
$157,723
9%
Capacity Planning
$154,829
7%
Salesforce
$153,382
6%
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Telecommunications Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Telecommunications Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Telecommunications Project Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Telecommunications Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Telecommunications Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$217,050$104.050%

How Education impacts a Telecommunications Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Telecommunications 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 Telecommunications Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $132,328 and $141,946).

Telecommunications Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Telecommunications Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.8%
High School 20.6%
Associates 15.3%
Bachelors 38.9%
Masters 21.7%
Doctorate 0.6%
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Telecommunications Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications 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 Telecommunications Project Manager

Salaries for a Telecommunications Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $120,421 in 2023 to around $118,565 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Telecommunications Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Telecommunications Project Manager Over Time

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2023
$120,421
2024
$119,821
2025
$118,565
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2023 $120,421
2024 $119,821
2025 $118,565
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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

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  • 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

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  • Clayco

    Columbus, OH

    Clayco | Columbus, OH

    Project ManagerClayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely del... more

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  • EMCOR Group

    Columbus, OH

    EMCOR Group | Columbus, OH

    Project Manager, Construction (Mechanical)The Project Manager assists the company in meeting its objectives and goals by leading and directing the project ... more

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  • CGI Nederland

    Columbus, OH

    CGI Nederland | Columbus, OH

    Project ManagerCGI is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the project manager for a large, multifaceted task orders or group of task orders that impact a ... more

    8 Days Ago

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FAQ about Telecommunications Project Manager

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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Telecommunications Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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