VDC / BIM Talent Report: Texas & South Central
Semiconductor fabs, LNG expansion and Sun Belt migration are absorbing every senior PM the market produces.
$146k
5.1% YoY
Austin, TX
$166k
1,480
260 active
58%
4 metros
Regional mid compensation by role
Role-by-role compensation bands
| Role | Region low | Region mid | Region high | Top metro | Value metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VDC / BIM Detailer | $89k | $111k | $133k | Austin, TX ($116k) | San Antonio, TX ($105k) |
| VDC / BIM Manager | $128k | $159k | $190k | Austin, TX ($166k) | San Antonio, TX ($150k) |
| Mechanical Estimator | $117k | $146k | $175k | Austin, TX ($153k) | San Antonio, TX ($138k) |
Ranges reflect Gulfstream placement data (2024–Q1 2026) cross-checked against BLS OEWS. Mid = midpoint for 8–15 yr experience; low/high apply a ±15% envelope for junior and senior seniority.
Metros covered in this report
- Houston, TX×1.00
- Dallas, TX×1.02
- Austin, TX×1.05
- San Antonio, TX×0.95
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