Project Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Project Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $124,250 and $275,000. That sits 76% above Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 198 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 1% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +2 listings vs last month
💰 Project Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$124,250 – $275,000
Median: $160,000
Apr $161k
May $160k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Entry level $95,000 – $150,000
Mid level $125,000 – $275,000
Senior level $135,969 – $275,000
Overall $124k–$275k Entry $95k–$150k Mid $125k–$275k Senior $135k–$275k $92k $130k $168k $206k $245k $283k
High confidence 198 listings (+2 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $124,250 Median  $160,000 $275,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Project Managers in Sydney earned $160,000 at the median in May, marginally down from April, with 198 listings (up 2). Sydney has Australia's largest PM listing market and the most reliable data point in the dataset. At 76.4% above Sydney's all-roles median, PM is one of the highest-premium roles in the city. The three-tier structure tells the full career story: entry-level PMs earn a median of $100,000 (14 listings), mid-level earns $160,000 (137 listings), and senior earns $200,000 (47 listings). This separation confirms a genuine stratification by experience.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Project Manager in Sydney?
Entry-level Project Managers in Sydney earn a median of $100,000, based on 14 listings. This captures candidates transitioning into PM roles from project coordinator or business analyst backgrounds, typically with formal PM certification (CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation, or similar). Reaching the mid-level $160,000 band requires five or more years of project delivery accountability across the full project lifecycle.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes, at all levels. Entry-level PMs at $100,000 earn 10.2% above Sydney's all-roles median; mid-level at $160,000 earns 76.4% above. Even with Sydney's high cost of living, project management salaries provide genuine financial security at the mid and senior levels. The density of the listed market (198 listings) confirms strong employer demand for PM capability in Sydney.
How much does a Senior Project Manager make in Sydney?
Senior Project Managers in Sydney earn a median of $200,000, based on 47 listings, with a ceiling at $275,000. These are programme directors, delivery heads, and principal PMs at major construction, financial services, government, and technology organisations. Reaching $200,000 typically requires 10 or more years of PM experience with accountability for multi-project portfolios or major capital works above $50M in value.

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Project Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $160,000 —
Brisbane $187,500 +17%
Canberra $160,000 ~same
Melbourne $160,000 ~same
Perth $160,000 ~same

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