VDC / BIM Talent Report: Pacific (Hawaii & Guam)

Military construction and island logistics costs push mechanical compensation well above CONUS medians.

Regional compensation by role

• VDC / BIM Detailer: $105k–$145k (mid $125k); top metro Guam at $127k
• VDC / BIM Manager: $150k–$209k (mid $179k); top metro Guam at $182k
• Mechanical Estimator: $138k–$191k (mid $165k); top metro Guam at $167k

Market snapshot

• Median mid compensation: $165k
• Top-paying metro: Guam ($182k)
• Candidates tracked: 171