One office or global team - same problem
Whether your team is in one office or spread across the globe, you need rock-solid data to make sure your compensation is effective, fair, and market-aligned.
2026 Compensation Benchmark Results
Plug your architecture or engineering firm's pay numbers into our all-new 2026 AE Management & Staff Compensation Benchmark Results and instantly see exactly how you compare to competitors - for ALL your firm's positions.
Trusted by hundreds of AE firms
Don't Risk Any of These Negative Outcomes
AE firm leaders face real consequences when pay is misaligned with the market.
Overpay and profits suffer
When comp gets bloated, your cash flow and profits suffer - and disruptive layoffs become the only fix.
Underpay and lose top talent
Underpay and you risk the "do you have a minute?" meeting where one of your top performers announces a move to a competitor.
The Solution: PSMJ's Comprehensive, Easy-to-Use Excel Tool
The 2026 Compensation Benchmark Results comes pre-loaded with the AE industry's most current and reliable compensation benchmarking data - so you can make confident pay decisions in minutes, not weeks.
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Exclusive Value-Boosting Benefits
Only PSMJ's 2026 Compensation Benchmark Results gives you these advantages.
Accurate Benchmarking
Compare your firm's comp against 100+ positions with 30+ performance factors per role.
Competitive Advantage
Attract and retain top talent by knowing exactly where you stand versus the competition.
Vetted & Unbiased Data
Employer-reported data, rigorously scrubbed and validated - not self-reported estimates.
Save Hours of Research
Go from raw data to actionable charts and comparisons in minutes, not weeks.
Local Market Adjustments
Built-in metro area wage adjustments for hundreds of U.S. markets using BLS data.
How It Works - 3 Simple Steps
From raw data to strategic decisions in minutes.
Step 1
Enter your firm's comp and performance data
Plug your current pay and performance numbers for any position into the easy-to-use Excel interface.
Step 2
Select your location and inflation adjustment factors
Choose from hundreds of metro areas and apply BLS wage and inflation adjustments to keep data fresh all year long.
Step 3
See how your firm compares - and make your best comp decisions ever
View clear charts and comparisons showing exactly how your firm's compensation stacks up against the industry.
What's Inside the Dataset
The AE industry's most current and reliable compensation dataset - gathered from employers, scrubbed against error traps, and reviewed for reasonableness.
100+ AE Positions
From CEO to Architectural Designer - including hard-to-find roles like Chief Innovation Officer and Corporate Counsel.
See the full list of positions (PDF) →30+ Comp Factors
Salary, bonus, billing rate, direct labor multiplier, utilization rate, and more for every position.
18 Peer Groups
Filter by firm size, type, and client type for apples-to-apples comparisons.
Metro Area Adjustments
Built-in BLS wage adjustment for hundreds of local and regional markets.
Inflation Adjustment
Apply your own inflation factor to keep salary data fresh all year long.
Excel Format
Easy-to-use Excel interface - create custom charts, tables, and reports instantly.
Trusted by AE Industry Leaders
Hear from firms using PSMJ data to make smarter compensation decisions.
“This is one of the best data sets I have ever received. Extremely valuable information in here.”
“We consistently use PSMJ's compensation data to make informed decisions. It gives us confidence that we make the best possible decision and can communicate how we got there.”
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2026 Compensation Benchmark Results
Microsoft Excel
- 100+ AE job positions benchmarked
- 30+ compensation and performance factors
- 18 peer group filters
- Metro area wage adjustments using BLS data
- Built-in inflation adjustment
- Instant charts and comparisons
Stop Guessing. Start Benchmarking.
Don't go another day wondering if you have compensation right at your AE firm. With the 2026 Compensation Benchmark Results as your guide, you'll enjoy the confidence and peace of mind you can't get anywhere else.