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.
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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 Project Engineer
|
10-14 years
$160K/yr
($135K • $25K)
Columbus, OH
submitted on Jul 1, 2025
$160K/yr
$135K • $25K
Construction Project Engineer
|
4-6 years
$86K/yr
($82K • $4K)
Flint, MI
submitted on May 28, 2025
$86K/yr
$82K • $4K
Construction Project Engineer
|
7-9 years
$69K/yr
($69K • $0)
Chicago, IL
submitted on Mar 18, 2025
$69K/yr
$69K • $0
Construction Project Engineer
|
1-3 years
$74K/yr
($74K • $0)
Los Angeles, CA
submitted on Jan 29, 2025
$74K/yr
$74K • $0
Construction Project Engineer
|
1-3 years
$61K/yr
($61K • $0)
Hartford, CT
submitted on Oct 30, 2024
$61K/yr
$61K • $0
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Construction Project Engineer
|
1-3 years
$105K/yr
($96K • $9K)
Sunnyvale, CA
submitted on Sep 9, 2024
$105K/yr
$96K • $9K
Construction Project Engineer
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4-6 years
$113K/yr
($113K • $0)
Kingwood, TX
submitted on Jun 1, 2024
$113K/yr
$113K • $0
Construction Project Engineer
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1-3 years
$87K/yr
($77K • $10K)
Indianapolis, IN
submitted on May 29, 2024
$87K/yr
$77K • $10K
Construction Project Engineer
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4-6 years
$97K/yr
($86K • $11K)
Chicago, IL
submitted on May 22, 2024
$97K/yr
$86K • $11K
Construction Project Engineer
|
1-3 years
$73K/yr
($68K • $5K)
Portland, OR
submitted on May 14, 2024
$73K/yr
$68K • $5K
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Frequently asked questions about Construction Project Engineer salaries
The average salary for Construction Project Engineer is $116,013 per year or $56 per hour, with top earners making up to $176,520 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $93,660 (25th percentile) to $145,034 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 341 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Construction Project Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Construction Project Engineer is $145,034 per year, $12,086 per month or $70 per hour.
The lowest salary for Construction Project Engineer is $93,660 per year, $7,805 per month or $45 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Construction Project Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $92,494 per year (estimate) and goes up to $224,659 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.