GS-1176 Building Management — Federal Salary & Workforce Data (2026)
Federal Building Manager — GS-1176. The verified average salary for GS-1176 Building Managements is $120,823/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Data from 988 non-redacted OPM records (April 2026).
Salary Source: OPM Federal Workforce Data (EHRI Snapshot, April 2026) • Records included: 988 • Redaction rate: 13.8%
GS-1176 Building Management — Pay at a Glance
Salary and workforce snapshot from OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026.
The GS-1176 Building Management series showed 988 non-redacted federal employees in the April 2026 OPM snapshot. The verified average salary is $120,823/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Use our GS Pay Calculator for your exact salary by grade, step, and location.
Salary = base pay + locality pay; excludes benefits. REDACTED records (OPM data release policy) are excluded from averages. Pay plan: General Schedule (GS). View occupation salary detail on OPM FedScope →
GS-1176 Employment Overview
| Metric | Value | Source & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Series Salary | $120,823 | OPM EHRI Snapshot (April 2026). 988 non-redacted records. Base + locality pay; excludes benefits. |
| Non-redacted records (sample size) | 988 | OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026. REDACTED records excluded per OPM data release policy. |
| Redaction rate | 13.8% | OPM redacts salary records for privacy-sensitive positions (DoD, law enforcement, intelligence). FedTools suppresses series averages when redaction exceeds 20%. |
| Pay plan(s) | General Schedule (GS) | Primary pay plan(s) used for this occupational series in the federal government. |
| Typical grades | GS-9 to GS-14 | Most common grade range for this series. Actual assignment depends on the position description and agency. |
| Locality pay | 17.06% – 46.34% | Varies by duty station across 58 OPM pay areas. Rate x base pay = locality supplement. Included in the average salary above. |
| Pay cap (2026) | $197,200 | Executive Schedule Level IV. Applies to GS employees whose locality-adjusted salary would exceed this amount. Title 38 and special pay plans may exceed this cap. |
Top Agencies Employing GS-1176 Building Managements
Based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026). Actual grade, step, and locality assignment varies by position and location.
- →General Services Administration (GSA — Public Buildings Service)
- →Veterans Health Administration (VA)
- →Department of Defense (DoD)
Key Duties — GS-1176 Building Management
Representative duties for the 1176 occupational series based on OPM classification standards. Specific responsibilities vary by position and agency.
- →Federal building operations and facilities management contracts oversight
- →Capital planning and facilities renewal project management
- →Energy management and sustainability performance for federal buildings
- →Tenant agency relations and space assignment management
- →Building security standards compliance (ISC standards)
About the GS-1176 Building Management Series
Building Managers administer the physical operation and maintenance of federal facilities. GSA's Public Buildings Service manages approximately 1,500 federally owned or leased buildings, totaling 370 million square feet. VA operates the largest non-GSA federal building portfolio, managing hospital campuses and research buildings. The 13.8% redaction is primarily DoD installation facilities management positions. The $120,823 average reflects the GS-11 to GS-13 concentration of experienced building managers overseeing large, complex federal properties. The Real Property Certified Manager (RPCM) credential is valued for senior positions.
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GS-1176 Building Management — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a GS-1176 Building Management?
The verified average salary for the GS-1176 Building Management series is $120,823 as of 2026, based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot data (988 non-redacted records; 13.8% redaction rate). Use our GS Pay Calculator to find your exact pay by grade, step, and duty station.
What GS grades apply to the 1176 series?
The GS-1176 Building Management series typically spans GS-9 to GS-14. Actual grade assignment depends on the position description, agency, and your qualifications. Use our GS Pay Calculator to look up the exact salary for any grade, step, and locality.
Which agencies employ GS-1176 Building Managements?
The largest federal employers of GS-1176 Building Managements include: General Services Administration (GSA — Public Buildings Service), Veterans Health Administration (VA), Department of Defense (DoD). These figures are based on the OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026).
How is federal pay determined for GS-1176 positions?
Federal civilian pay for GS positions = Base Pay (by grade and step) × (1 + Locality Rate). The GS table has 15 grades (GS-1 through GS-15) and 10 steps per grade. Locality adjustments range from 17.06% (Rest of U.S.) to 46.34% in San Jose–San Francisco. Use our GS Pay Calculator for an instant result.
Do GS-1176 federal employees receive FERS retirement benefits?
Yes, most GS-1176 positions qualify for the full federal benefits package: FERS pension (1–1.1% × High-3 Salary × Years of Service), TSP with up to 5% agency match, FEHB health insurance (government pays ~70% of premium), FEGLI life insurance, and FEDVIP dental/vision. Use our FERS Retirement Calculator to estimate your retirement income.
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Data Accuracy Notice (YMYL): Salary figures are from the OPM Federal Workforce Data portal (EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026). The annualized_adjusted_basic_pay field captures base pay + locality pay under all pay plans (GS, Title 38, special rates). REDACTED records are excluded per OPM data release policy. FedTools publishes series-specific averages only when the non-redacted sample is representative (redaction ≤ 20%, n ≥ 50). This page does not constitute financial or career advice. Always verify current pay rates with your agency HR office and OPM.gov.