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Architectural and Engineering Managers

Data current as of August 2026 · sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET
Average base salary, New Hampshire
$192,500 / year
$16,050 per month · $92.55 per hour

BLS May 2025 state data for New Hampshire · median $178,500
25th percentile
$145,000
Average
$192,500
75th percentile
$226,000
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Architectural and Engineering Managers salary by state
Alabama$173,000
Alaska$180,500
Arizona$187,000
Arkansas$153,500
California$220,500
Colorado$205,000
Connecticut$186,500
Delaware$187,500
Florida$184,000
Georgia$169,000
Hawaii$158,500
Idaho$170,500
Illinois$176,500
Indiana$164,500
Iowa$158,500
Kansas$172,500
Kentucky$157,000
Louisiana$172,500
Maine$160,000
Maryland$182,000
Michigan$173,500
Minnesota$186,500
Mississippi$152,000
Missouri$167,000
Montana$158,500
Nebraska$159,500
Nevada$176,000
New Hampshire$192,500
New Jersey$200,000
New Mexico$223,000
New York$195,000
North Dakota$162,000
Ohio$176,000
Oklahoma$169,500
Oregon$191,500
Pennsylvania$174,000
Rhode Island$190,500
South Dakota$172,000
Tennessee$173,000
Texas$194,000
Utah$171,500
Vermont$169,000
Virginia$191,000
Washington$207,000
Wisconsin$158,000
Wyoming$172,500
About this role

Architectural and Engineering Managers is a professional role within the function in the Management job family.

Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.

What Architectural and Engineering Managerss do

Typical education: Bachelor's Degree

  • Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.
  • Direct, review, or approve project design changes.
  • Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
  • Prepare budgets, bids, or contracts.
  • Present and explain proposals, reports, or findings to clients.

Top skills: Reading Comprehension Writing Speaking Complex Problem Solving Active Listening Time Management

Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Architectural and Engineering Managers pay by experience level
Entry level$125,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$144,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$177,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$220,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$272,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+3.8%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
14,500
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Architectural and Engineering Managers salary by industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

79,510 workers

$191,500

Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services

57,730 workers

$182,500

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

19,820 workers

$200,000

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

18,950 workers

$191,500

Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS

17,120 workers

$165,500

Management of Companies and Enterprises

14,950 workers

$204,500

Management of Companies and Enterprises

14,950 workers

$204,500

Scientific Research and Development Services

13,240 workers

$221,000

Machinery Manufacturing

11,930 workers

$172,500

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

11,760 workers

$204,500

National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares

Architectural and Engineering Managers pays 31% above the average across 58 roles in the Management job family (family average $144,000).

Careers related to Architectural and Engineering Managers
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions

How much does a Architectural and Engineering Managers make?

The average base salary for a Architectural and Engineering Managers in the United States is $188,000 per year, or about $90.38 per hour.

What is the typical salary range?

Pay typically falls between $144,500 and $220,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.

How does this compare with other Management roles?

The Management job family averages $144,000 across 58 roles tracked by WePayFairly.

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