Construction Manager Salary.
Across 30 U.S. cities.
$102,000
national median salary
$78,000 to $135,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$144,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$107,000
Indianapolis, IN
Lowest Paying
$91,000
St. Louis, MO
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average Construction Manager salary in the United States is $102,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $78,000 at the 25th percentile to $135,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $144,000, while Indianapolis offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Project size and sector determine the widest pay gaps.
Construction Manager salary by city
What you should know
Project size and sector determine the widest pay gaps. Managers overseeing $50M-plus commercial, healthcare, or data center projects earn 20 to 30% more than residential construction managers. PMP or CCM certifications add 10 to 15% to offers, and bilingual managers in diverse labor markets command additional premiums.
Assistant superintendents start at $55,000 to $68,000, moving to project manager at $78,000 to $110,000 within five to seven years. Senior construction managers earn $115,000 to $145,000, while directors of construction or VP roles at major general contractors reach $155,000 to $220,000.
Performance bonuses tied to project margins typically add 10 to 20% of base salary. Company vehicles or car allowances of $600 to $1,000 monthly are standard, and many firms offer profit-sharing plans that add $5,000 to $20,000 annually.