Management Salaries in Construction
Compensation data for construction management positions.
Project Manager
| Region | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile |
|---|
| Greater Bay Area (CA) | $95,000 | $125,000 | $160,000 |
| Southern California | $90,000 | $115,000 | $145,000 |
| Western Washington | $85,000 | $110,000 | $140,000 |
| Oregon | $80,000 | $100,000 | $125,000 |
| Arizona | $75,000 | $95,000 | $120,000 |
By Experience Level
| Experience | Typical Range |
|---|
| Entry (0-3 years) | $65,000 - $85,000 |
| Mid (3-7 years) | $85,000 - $120,000 |
| Senior (7-15 years) | $120,000 - $160,000 |
| Executive PM | $150,000 - $200,000+ |
Superintendent
| Region | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile |
|---|
| Greater Bay Area (CA) | $90,000 | $115,000 | $145,000 |
| Southern California | $85,000 | $105,000 | $130,000 |
| Western Washington | $80,000 | $100,000 | $125,000 |
| Oregon | $75,000 | $92,000 | $115,000 |
| Arizona | $70,000 | $88,000 | $110,000 |
By Project Type
| Project Type | Premium |
|---|
| Healthcare / Cleanroom | +15-25% |
| Data Centers | +10-20% |
| High-Rise | +10-15% |
| Heavy Civil | +10-15% |
| Residential | -10-15% |
Estimator
| Region | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile |
|---|
| Greater Bay Area (CA) | $80,000 | $105,000 | $135,000 |
| Southern California | $75,000 | $95,000 | $120,000 |
| Western Washington | $72,000 | $90,000 | $115,000 |
| Oregon | $68,000 | $85,000 | $105,000 |
| Arizona | $65,000 | $82,000 | $100,000 |
Chief Estimator
Add 30-50% to senior estimator ranges for chief estimator / preconstruction director roles.
General Superintendent
| Region | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile |
|---|
| Greater Bay Area (CA) | $120,000 | $150,000 | $190,000 |
| Southern California | $110,000 | $140,000 | $175,000 |
| Western Washington | $105,000 | $130,000 | $165,000 |
Data source: CFMA, AGC, and regional surveys. Salaries vary by company size, project complexity, and individual qualifications.