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VDC / BIM Talent Report: Northeast & Mid-Atlantic

Union density, life-sciences buildouts and federal infrastructure spend are keeping compensation the richest in the country.

Regional compensation by role

  • VDC / BIM Detailer: $91k–$155k (mid $121k); top metro New York, NY at $135k
  • VDC / BIM Manager: $130k–$221k (mid $173k); top metro New York, NY at $193k
  • Mechanical Estimator: $120k–$204k (mid $159k); top metro New York, NY at $177k

Market snapshot

  • Median mid compensation: $159k
  • Top-paying metro: New York, NY ($193k)
  • Candidates tracked: 2,617

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