What the numbers say
Georgia Construction Managers earned a median annual wage of $101,360 in 2024, about 8% below the US median of $110,156. The average wage of $111,140 sits well above the median, which tells us a smaller group of senior managers pull the figure up.
The pay range here is wide. At the 10th percentile the figure was $63,850. At the 90th it reached $165,240. Top earners in Georgia make roughly 2.6 times what those at the entry end do. That kind of spread is common in construction management, where compensation varies a lot by project scale, sector (commercial vs. residential vs. infrastructure), and how much P&L responsibility a role carries.
Georgia's cost-of-living index sits at 96.2, about 4% below the national baseline. That narrows the gap with the national median in real terms. In purchasing terms, a $101,360 paycheck in Georgia goes about as far as roughly $105,400 would at average US prices. The headline discount from the national figure shrinks to under 5% once you account for that.
BLS projects employment for Construction Managers to grow 8.7% between 2024 and 2034, a pace it classifies as faster than average. Georgia has been one of the more active construction markets in the Southeast over the past several years, with ongoing residential and industrial development around Atlanta and several other metro areas. Whether that activity translates into upward wage pressure by 2034 depends on how labor supply keeps up, but the growth projection at least suggests demand for the role holds.
Salary distribution
Where Georgia construction managers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $79,820 and $130,050, with a median of $101,360.
Construction Managers in Georgia: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 56 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $97,750. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 15 | $75,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 20 | $95,443 |
| Level III — experienced | 6 | $133,535 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 5 | $135,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Construction Managers in Georgia. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumming Management Group, Inc. | Scheduler | 4 | $142,500 |
| GLEEDS USA INC. | PROJECT MANAGER - FACILITIES | 4 | $85,059 |
| DPR Construction, A General Partnership | Project Manager (Civil/Construction) | 4 | $91,936 |
| Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. | CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL INTERMEDIATE | 3 | $100,043 |
| Jacobs Project Management Company | Construction Management Professional Associate | 3 | $95,387 |
| Eastern Contractors Corporation | Construction Manager | 3 | $110,000 |
| SOUTHERN DEMOLITION LLC | PROJECT MANAGER | 2 | $81,500 |
| Evans General Contractors, LLC | Project Manager | 2 | $103,740 |
| Dogwood Site Construction | Project Manager | 2 | $72,912 |
| B & W MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC | PLUMBING SERVICE MANAGER | 1 | $115,898 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- PLUMBING SERVICE MANAGER at B & W MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC$115,898LawrencevilleDecided Dec 24, 2025I-203-25351-491714
- Scheduler at Cumming Management Group, Inc.$150,000AtlantaDecided Dec 17, 2025I-200-25345-474086
- PROJECT MANAGER at SOUTHERN DEMOLITION LLC$80,000ATLANTADecided Dec 17, 2025I-200-25344-471218
- Project Manager at Evans General Contractors, LLC$136,656AlpharettaDecided Dec 2, 2025I-200-25328-434534
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL INTERMEDIATE at Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.$100,043AtlantaDecided Dec 1, 2025I-200-25325-428532
- Construction Manager I at HNTB Corporation$175,718AtlantaDecided Nov 26, 2025I-200-25323-421626
- PROJECT/DESIGN MANAGER at Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.$140,000AtlantaDecided Nov 21, 2025I-200-25318-408963
- Regional Director of Project Controls/Scheduling at Swinerton Builders$150,000AtlantaDecided Nov 21, 2025I-200-25318-410876
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Construction Managers pay by experience level in Georgia
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Construction Managers specialties in Georgia
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 33 certified offers. The most common variant is Project Manager at a median of $95,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Manager | DPR Construction, A General Partnership | 19 | $95,000 |
| Construction Manager | Eastern Contractors Corporation | 8 | $121,035 |
| Scheduler | Cumming Management Group, Inc. | 3 | $135,000 |
| Project Engineer | HJ Russell & Company | 3 | $95,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Construction Managers in Georgia, by industry
Median offered wage across 19 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $132,070.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Cumming Management Group, Inc. | 15 | $132,070 |
| Manufacturing | Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc. | 2 | $150,000 |
| Technology and software | Vantage Data Centers Management Company, LLC | 1 | $145,000 |
| Real estate | RANGEWATER REAL ESTATE, LLC | 1 | $134,160 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Georgia over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
5 years or more
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Building and Construction
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Administration and Management
Knowledge
- 4.2 / 5
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Information Ordering
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Coordination
Technical
- 4.0 / 5
Management of Personnel Resources
Technical
- 4.0 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Problem Sensitivity
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
- 02
Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
- 03
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to representatives of the owner or developer, including administrative staff, workers, or clients.
- 04
Direct and supervise construction or related workers.
- 05
Prepare contracts or negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, or subcontractors.
- 06
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
- 07
Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems.
- 08
Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+8.7%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Construction Managers in Georgia?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Construction Managers in Georgia is $101,360.
- How does Georgia compare to the national median for Construction Managers?
- The Georgia median is -8.0% versus the BLS national figure of $110,156.
- What is the salary range for Construction Managers in Georgia?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $63,850 and the 90th-percentile at $165,240, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Construction Managers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 8.7% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Construction Managers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.