Construction Manager Salary Data
Construction Manager salaries reflect project complexity, construction volume, and the critical nature of on-time, on-budget delivery. Compensation varies significantly by building type, project size, and regional construction activity.
National Average Salary
$98,000
Entry Level
$70K - $85K
Mid Level
$85K - $120K
Senior Level
$120K - $160K+
Salary by Location
Compensation varies significantly by geographic region based on cost of living, demand, and local market conditions.
New York, NY
Northeast
Highest salaries due to union labor, complex projects, and cost of living
San Francisco, CA
Bay Area
Tech construction boom and high cost of living
Los Angeles, CA
West Coast
Entertainment, hospitality, and commercial projects
Seattle, WA
Pacific Northwest
Tech campus and commercial construction growth
Boston, MA
Northeast
Healthcare, education, and life sciences projects
Dallas, TX
Southwest
Strong commercial and industrial growth
Houston, TX
Southwest
Oil & gas and industrial construction
Denver, CO
Mountain West
Growing market with diverse project types
Miami, FL
Southeast
Luxury residential and hospitality construction
Phoenix, AZ
Southwest
Rapid population growth driving construction
Chicago, IL
Midwest
Established market with union presence
Atlanta, GA
Southeast
Lower cost of living with steady project pipeline
Market Insights
Project Size Multiplier
Construction Managers overseeing $50M+ projects earn 20-40% more than those managing smaller projects due to complexity and responsibility.
Building Type Matters
Healthcare, data center, and industrial CMs earn 15-25% premiums due to specialized requirements and risk factors.
Bonus Potential Significant
Performance bonuses can add 10-20% to base salary for CMs who deliver projects on time and under budget.
CCM Certification Value
Certified Construction Managers (CCM) earn 8-15% more on average and have better advancement opportunities.
Safety Record Impact
CMs with excellent safety records and OSHA expertise command premiums as firms prioritize risk management.
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