What are the main factors that influence a Project Engineer I - Construction's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Project Engineer I - Construction's salary?

A Project Engineer I - Construction's salary grows with experience: a Project Engineer I - Construction (0-2 years)earns $87,298, a Project Engineer II - Construction (2-4 years)earns $102,363, a Project Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $121,490,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Engineer I - Construction?

Project Engineer I - Construction salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Engineer I - Construction roles are District of Columbia $95,228, California $94,867, Massachusetts $93,603. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Engineer I - Construction roles make?

Salaries for Project Engineer I - Construction level roles vary by specialization: Construction Project Engineer - Senior: $119,700; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,695; Construction Project Engineer: $102,788; Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate: $100,900; Project Engineer II - Construction: $100,850.

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Project Engineer I - Construction Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Engineer I - Construction make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Project Engineer I - Construction in Delaware is $87,298 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Project Engineer I - Construction's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,701
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,958 to $93,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,364

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Project Engineer I - Construction Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,790	$7,816	$1,804	$45
Average	$87,298	$7,275	$1,679	$42
25th Percentile	$78,958	$6,580	$1,518	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Project Engineer I - Construction Salaries

A Project Engineer I - Construction'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Project Engineer I - Construction Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Engineer I - Construction'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:

Project Engineer I - Construction (0-2 years): $87,298
Project Engineer II - Construction (2-4 years): $102,363
Project Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years): $121,490

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Engineer I - Construction	0-2 years	$87,298
Project Engineer II - Construction	2-4 years	$102,363
Project Engineer III - Construction	4-7 years	$121,490

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How Do Project Engineer I - Construction Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Project Engineer I - Constructions. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,228.
California: $94,867.
Massachusetts: $93,603.

District of Columbia $95,228 California $94,867 Massachusetts $93,603 Washington $93,258 New Jersey $93,224 Alaska $93,104 Connecticut $91,917 New York $91,435

Hawaii $89,896 Rhode Island $89,173 Maryland $88,683 Minnesota $88,012 Colorado $87,754 Illinois $87,668 Oregon $87,341 Delaware $87,100

New Hampshire $86,949 Virginia $86,610 Pennsylvania $85,621 Nevada $85,122 North Dakota $84,959 Michigan $84,701 Wisconsin $84,606 Vermont $84,417

Texas $83,892 Maine $83,858 Arizona $83,806 Ohio $83,746 Georgia $82,955 Indiana $82,559 Wyoming $82,482 Utah $82,361

Iowa $82,310 Kansas $81,897 Louisiana $81,776 North Carolina $81,733 Missouri $81,716 Florida $81,381 Montana $81,200 Nebraska $81,028

Kentucky $80,934 South Carolina $80,589 Tennessee $80,374 Idaho $80,288 New Mexico $79,661 Oklahoma $79,523 Alabama $79,016 South Dakota $78,164

Arkansas $77,700 West Virginia $77,450 Mississippi $76,702

Top Paying Cities for Project Engineer I - Constructions

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:

Lincoln: $90,145
Little Creek: $89,311
Magnolia: $89,681

Lincoln, DE $90,145 Little Creek, DE $89,311 Magnolia, DE $89,681 Milford, DE $90,145 Marydel, DE $88,975 Millsboro, DE $90,145 Millville, DE $90,747 Milton, DE $90,145

Nassau, DE $90,145 Ocean View, DE $90,747 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,747 Seaford, DE $89,199 Selbyville, DE $90,747 Smyrna, DE $88,872 Viola, DE $89,681 Woodside, DE $89,423

Bear, DE $88,218 Newark, DE $88,253 Claymont, DE $88,322 Delaware City, DE $88,253 Hockessin, DE $88,322 Kirkwood, DE $88,253 Middletown, DE $88,691 Montchanin, DE $88,322

New Castle, DE $88,322 Odessa, DE $88,812 Port Penn, DE $88,012 Rockland, DE $88,322 Saint Georges, DE $88,253 Townsend, DE $88,683 Winterthur, DE $88,322 Lewes, DE $90,145

Wilmington, DE $88,322 Dover, DE $89,268 Dover Afb, DE $89,474 Bethany Beach, DE $90,747 Bethel, DE $89,199 Bridgeville, DE $90,145 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,362 Cheswold, DE $89,061

Clayton, DE $88,838 Dagsboro, DE $90,747 Delmar, DE $89,199 Ellendale, DE $90,145 Felton, DE $90,145 Fenwick Island, DE $90,747 Frankford, DE $90,747 Frederica, DE $90,145

Georgetown, DE $90,145 Greenwood, DE $90,145 Harbeson, DE $90,145 Harrington, DE $90,145 Hartly, DE $88,795 Houston, DE $90,145 Kenton, DE $88,838 Laurel, DE $89,199

Yorklyn, DE $88,322

Project Engineer I - Construction Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Engineer I - Construction'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 May 18, 2021

$78,958

Average $87,298/year

$93,790

$6,580

Average $7,275/month

$7,816

$1,518

Average $1,679/week

$1,804

$38

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,790	$7,816	$1,804	$45
Average	$87,298	$7,275	$1,679	$42
25th Percentile	$78,958	$6,580	$1,518	$38

Project Engineer I - Construction Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Engineer I - Construction, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Project Engineer II - Construction role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $102,363 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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