Average salary, compensation, and wages for Construction managers in the United States


Earnings of salaried construction managers and self-employed independent construction contractors vary depending upon the size and nature of the construction project, its geographic location, and economic conditions. In addition to typical benefits, many salaried construction managers receive benefits such as bonuses and use of company motor vehicles.
Median annual earnings of construction managers in 2002 were $63,500. The middle 50 percent earned between $48,720 and $84,080. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $38,130, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $112,810. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of construction managers in 2002 were:

Nonresidential building construction $66,280
Foundation, structure, and building exterior contractors 60,020
Building finishing contractors 59,950
Residential building construction 59,900
Other specialty trade contractors 58,860



According to a 2003 salary survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, candidates with a bachelor�s degree in construction science/management received job offers averaging $42,229 a year.




More information on Construction managers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Construction managers occupation
Number of Construction managers in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Construction managers
Working conditions for Construction managers
Significant points for Construction managers
Training requirements for Construction managers




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