Construction & Real Estate Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Construction Manager Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median construction manager salary in Birmingham, AL is $91,332 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$91,332
vs State Avg
+$3,044
vs National
$-10,148
Cost of Living
90%

Construction Manager Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level construction manager earns around $55,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,800
$-6,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,700
$-10,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,500
$-16,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $54,000
25th Percentile $70,200
Median (50th) $91,332
75th Percentile $121,500
90th Percentile $157,500

Construction Manager Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$93,362
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$89,302
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$87,273
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$86,258
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Construction Manager in Birmingham

Education

Most construction manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Project ManagementBudgetingBlueprint ReadingBuilding CodesSchedulingContract Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, construction manager employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.