Construction Engineer Salaries
How much does a Construction Engineer make?
Total pay range
$87K - $145K/yr
$112K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$72K - $117K/yrBase pay
$15K - $28K/yrAdditional pay
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Popular companies for Construction Engineers
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for a 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.
Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Construction Engineer are ExxonMobil, NorthWestern Energy, and Lim & Nascimento Engineering.
The top paying company in Telecommunications for Construction Engineer is Verizon.
The top paying company in Information Technology for Construction Engineer is Parsons Corporation.
Top paying companies in Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services for Construction Engineer are Bechtel, Fluor, and Kiewit Corporation.
The top paying company in Transportation & Logistics for Construction Engineer is Washington Companies.
Energy, Mining & Utilities
$132,365
Energy, Mining & Utilities
Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Construction Engineer are ExxonMobil, NorthWestern Energy, and Lim & Nascimento Engineering.
Telecommunications
$119,356
Energy, Mining & Utilities
Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Construction Engineer are ExxonMobil, NorthWestern Energy, and Lim & Nascimento Engineering.
Information Technology
$119,245
Energy, Mining & Utilities
Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Construction Engineer are ExxonMobil, NorthWestern Energy, and Lim & Nascimento Engineering.
Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services
$115,416
Energy, Mining & Utilities
Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Construction Engineer are ExxonMobil, NorthWestern Energy, and Lim & Nascimento Engineering.
Transportation & Logistics
$105,290
Energy, Mining & Utilities
Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Construction Engineer are ExxonMobil, NorthWestern Energy, and Lim & Nascimento Engineering.
Recent salaries shared by Construction Engineer
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Construction Engineer
4-6 years
$157K - $183K/yr
Kansas City, MO
submitted on May 16, 2026
$157K - $183K/yr
Construction Engineer
1-3 years
$87K/yr
$87K • $0
Austin, TX
submitted on May 14, 2026
$87K/yr
$87K • $0
Construction Engineer
4-6 years
$113K/yr
$113K • $0
Dallas, TX
submitted on May 5, 2026
$113K/yr
$113K • $0
Construction Engineer
4-6 years
$71K/yr
$70K • $738
Green Bay, WI
submitted on May 5, 2026
$71K/yr
$70K • $738
Construction Engineer
10-14 years
$115K - $134K/yr
Austin, TX
submitted on May 5, 2026
$115K - $134K/yr
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Construction Engineer
1-3 years
$61K/yr
$61K • $0
Orlando, FL
submitted on Apr 14, 2026
$61K/yr
$61K • $0
Construction Engineer
4-6 years
$123K/yr
$117K • $6K
Columbus, OH
submitted on Mar 11, 2026
$123K/yr
$117K • $6K
Construction Engineer
1-3 years
$62K/yr
$59K • $3K
Webster, TX
submitted on Feb 14, 2026
$62K/yr
$59K • $3K
Construction Engineer
1-3 years
$80K/yr
$76K • $4K
Raleigh, NC
submitted on Feb 7, 2026
$80K/yr
$76K • $4K
Construction Engineer
1-3 years
$97K/yr
$91K • $6K
Birmingham, MI
submitted on Feb 5, 2026
$97K/yr
$91K • $6K
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
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.Show more
Frequently asked questions about Construction Engineer salaries
How much does a Construction Engineer in United States make?
The average salary for a Construction Engineer is $111,560 per year or $54 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $182,289 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $86,701 (25th percentile) and $144,931 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 857 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Construction Engineer employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Construction Engineer in United States?
The highest salary for a Construction Engineer in United States is $144,931 per year, $12,078 per month or $70 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Construction Engineer in United States?
The lowest salary for a Construction Engineer in United States is $86,701 per year, $7,225 per month or $42 per hour.
What is the salary trajectory of a Construction Engineer?
The salary trajectory of a Construction Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $95,829 per year (estimate) and goes up to $217,456 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.