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Construction Field Superintendent Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Field Superintendent make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Construction Field Superintendent in the United States is $111,365 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Construction Field Superintendent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,658
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,667 to $125,128
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,017
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Construction Field Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $125,128 $10,427 $2,406 $60
Average $111,365 $9,280 $2,142 $54
25th Percentile $99,667 $8,306 $1,917 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Field Superintendent Salaries

A Construction Field Superintendent'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 Construction Field Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Field Superintendent'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:

  • Construction Field Superintendent (0-3 years): $111,365
  • Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years): $130,238
  • Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years): $147,082
  • Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years): $170,702
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Construction Field Superintendent0-3 years$111,365
Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.3-5 years$130,238
Resident Construction Manager I5+ years$147,082
Resident Construction Manager II5+ years$170,702
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Top Paying Cities for Construction Field Superintendents

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: $140,465
  • San Francisco: $139,084
  • Oakland: $135,999

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Field Superintendent's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 10.15% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Logistics (Mentioned in 2.67% Job Postings): In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
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Scheduling 10.15%
Logistics 2.67%
CPR 1.02%
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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 Construction Field Superintendent's salary.
  • Logistics: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Field Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Logistics
 $119,161
7%
Field Operations
 $119,161
7%
Commitment
 $118,047
6%
Coordination
 $118,047
6%
Leadership
 $118,047
6%
Construction Management
 $118,047
6%
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How Education impacts a Construction Field Superintendent's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Field Superintendents enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Construction Field Superintendent with a Bachelor's Degree is between $111,400 and $121,392).

Construction Field Superintendent Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Field Superintendent
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.9%
High School 45.6%
Associates 12.3%
Bachelors 37.1%
Masters 3.1%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Construction Field Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Field Superintendent'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.

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$99,667
Average $111,365/year
$125,128
$8,306
Average $9,280/month
$10,427
$1,917
Average $2,142/week
$2,406
$48
Average $54/hour
$60
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $125,128 $10,427 $2,406 $60
Average $111,365 $9,280 $2,142 $54
25th Percentile $99,667 $8,306 $1,917 $48

Construction Field Superintendent Salary Growth & Career Path

Construction Field Superintendent
Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.
Resident Construction Manager I

For a Construction Field Superintendent, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $130,238 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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Salary Trends for Construction Field Superintendent

Salaries for a Construction Field Superintendent can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $90,493 in 2023 to around $89,474 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Field Superintendent salary trends, .

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$90,493
2024
$90,093
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$89,474
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2024 $90,093
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FAQ about Construction Field Superintendent

1. Where can a Construction Field Superintendent earn the most?

A Construction Field Superintendent's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Construction Field Superintendent earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Construction Field Superintendent is $140,465.

2. What is the highest pay for Construction Field Superintendent?

The highest pay for Construction Field Superintendent is $137,658.

3. What is the lowest pay for Construction Field Superintendent?

The lowest pay for Construction Field Superintendent is $89,017.

4. What are the responsibilities of Construction Field Superintendent?

Oversees the daily construction activities of contractors, foremen, and workers at a work site to ensure projects follow schedules. Coordinates the procurement, delivery, and placement of materials and equipment on-site as required to execute each phase of a construction project. Follows construction schedules and monitors daily and weekly progress to ensure project milestones are achieved. Troubleshoots any issues involving workers, contractors, safety, quality, changes, or processes and expedites solutions to keep the project on track. Directs or conducts inspections to audit the quality of workmanship and materials and compliance with specifications and standards. Completes the required status, change, or timekeeping reports. May require a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. Supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.

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