Design Manager Salary in Surprise, Arizona

Surprise, Arizona includes design management opportunities. Positions may involve construction, education, or healthcare projects. Salaries are comparable to the Phoenix metro area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$63,000 to $71,000

Average (per year)

$67,000

Entry-level positions in Surprise work on residential or municipal projects, and salaries correspond to the local cost of living.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$71,000 to $82,000

Average (per year)

$77,000

Mid-level Design Managers work on local business or city infrastructure projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$82,000 to $95,000

Average (per year)

$88,000

Senior managers lead design for new neighborhoods or community centers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000+

Principal-level professionals guide large city projects or private development.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$30 - $38

per hour

Mid-level

$38 - $47

per hour

Senior

$47 - $56

per hour