Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Recent salaries shared by Construction Engineer
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Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Construction Engineer
|
1-3 years
$76K/yr
($72K • $4K)
Raleigh, NC
submitted on Feb 7, 2026
$76K/yr
$72K • $4K
Construction Engineer
|
1-3 years
$97K/yr
($91K • $6K)
Birmingham, MI
submitted on Feb 5, 2026
$97K/yr
$91K • $6K
Construction Engineer
|
4-6 years
$80K - $94K/yr
Atlanta, GA
submitted on Jan 27, 2026
$80K - $94K/yr
Construction Engineer
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4-6 years
$90K - $104K/yr
Folsom, CA
submitted on Jan 23, 2026
$90K - $104K/yr
Construction Engineer
|
4-6 years
$103K/yr
($103K • $0)
Birmingham, AL
submitted on Jan 19, 2026
$103K/yr
$103K • $0
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Construction Engineer
|
15+ years
$179K/yr
($179K • $0)
Washington, DC
submitted on Jan 16, 2026
$179K/yr
$179K • $0
Construction Engineer
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10-14 years
$135K - $158K/yr
Concord, NH
submitted on Dec 21, 2025
$135K - $158K/yr
Construction Engineer
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1-3 years
$78K/yr
($78K • $0)
Chicago, IL
submitted on Dec 10, 2025
$78K/yr
$78K • $0
Construction Engineer
|
1-3 years
$63K - $73K/yr
Roy, UT
submitted on Oct 30, 2025
$63K - $73K/yr
Construction Engineer
|
10-14 years
$75K/yr
($75K • $0)
Dallas, TX
submitted on Oct 26, 2025
$75K/yr
$75K • $0
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Construction Engineer in United States are Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $132,365, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $119,356, Information Technology with a median total pay of $119,245, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $115,416, and Transportation & Logistics with a median total pay of $105,290.
Frequently asked questions about Construction Engineer salaries
The average salary for Construction Engineer is $111,489 per year or $54 per hour, with top earners making up to $181,887 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $86,714 (25th percentile) to $144,713 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 860 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Construction Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Construction Engineer is $144,713 per year, $12,059 per month or $70 per hour.
The lowest salary for Construction Engineer is $86,714 per year, $7,226 per month or $42 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Construction Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $97,547 per year (estimate) and goes up to $216,314 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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