Civil Engineer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Civil Engineers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $127,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $105,000 and $185,000. That sits 42% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 49th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +10 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$105,000 – $185,000

Median: $127,500

Aug $145k

Sep $127k

↓ Trending down

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

Mid level	$105,000 – $142,500
Senior level	$142,000 – $220,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 22.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 77.4% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

Where does your salary sit?

Enter your salary to see where you rank.

Bottom 10% $105,000 Median $127,500 $185,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median fell $17,500 to $127,000, a 12% drop, while listings rose from 21 to 31. Falling pay on rising volume usually means more junior roles entering the mix, and the tiering supports that: mid sits at $125,000 on 16 listings and senior at $160,000 on 13, so the two tiers are genuinely separate and the overall median sits close to the mid band. Sydney pays $125,000, marginally below Brisbane. Only 23% of listings stated a salary, so treat the drop as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $127,500)

Weekly (net)

~$1,783

Monthly (net)

~$7,726

Annual (net)

~$92,708

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $142,162

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 Civil Engineer in Brisbane?

The $105,000 floor assumes an accredited engineering degree and site experience, with RPEQ registration or progress toward it expected in Queensland. Graduate roles sit below this range under different titles. Infrastructure, water and transport projects are the main Brisbane employers.

Is $127,500 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes. At $127,000 a civil engineer earns 41.7% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,783 a week and moderate living costs. Project engineering in the same city pays $160,000, which is a $33,000 premium for delivery rather than design work. The concern is direction, since this median fell 12% in a month.

How much does a Senior Civil Engineer make in Brisbane?

Senior listings run $142,000 to $220,000 with a median of $160,000, from 13 listings. RPEQ registration is the gate, and beyond it the money is in principal engineer or design authority roles on major infrastructure. The $35,000 step from mid to senior median is one of the clearer engineering progressions here.

Other roles in Brisbane

Civil Engineer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$127,500	0%
Sydney	$125,000	~same

Uncover hidden salary ranges on Seek

Paste any job URL to bypass the "competitive salary" text and see the exact employer budget instantly.

Check a Listing Install Extension