Civil Engineering Senior Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Civil Engineering Senior Manager make in the United States? The average Civil Engineering Senior Manager salary in the United States is $183,659 as of May 01, 2023, but the range typically falls between $160,035 and $209,098. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

Job Description

Oversees a department of civil engineers and their projects. Maintains overall schedules and ensures work is completed on time. Helps establish quality control and safety policies, and ensures adoption. Maintains relationships with managers, team members, clients, and subcontractors. Coordinates new potential project partners and helps foster relationships between managers and new business prospects. Has deep and broad engineering knowledge and experience. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. May require a Professional Engineer License (PE). Typically reports to a director. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)

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