Project Engineer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Project Engineers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $120,000 and $200,000. That sits 78% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 71 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 13% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +14 listings vs last month
💰 Project Engineer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$120,000 – $200,000
Median: $160,000
Aug $160k
Sep $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $115,000 – $174,000
Senior level $160,000 – $200,000
Overall $120k–$200k Mid $115k–$174k Senior $160k–$200k $111k $130k $149k $168k $187k $206k
Moderate confidence 71 listings (+14 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 71 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 31.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 68.5% 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.

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Bottom 10%  $120,000 Median  $160,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Project engineers earn exactly $160,000 in Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, one of the most uniformly priced titles in this entire data set. The median held steady while listings rose from 57 to 71. The senior band runs $160,000 to $200,000 on 18 listings, starting exactly where the overall median sits, against a mid band median of $155,000. Only 32% of listings stated a salary, though the perfect national consistency lends the figure credibility.

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 Engineer in Brisbane?
The $120,000 floor assumes an engineering degree and site experience, with RPEQ registration or progress toward it expected in Queensland. Graduate engineer roles sit below this range under a different title. Civil, structural and mechanical disciplines dominate these listings, with infrastructure and resources the main employers.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $160,000 a project engineer earns 77.8% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week and moderate living costs. Since every capital pays the same nominal figure, Brisbane's lower housing costs make it one of the better places in the country to hold this role. Only project management at $164,000 pays more in the same discipline.
How much does a Senior Project Engineer make in Brisbane?
Senior listings run $160,000 to $200,000 with a median of $162,000, from 18 listings. That is only $7,000 above the mid band median, so most of the senior premium sits in the tail rather than the middle. RPEQ registration is the gate, and beyond it the money is in principal engineer or engineering management roles.

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Project Engineer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $160,000 0%
Adelaide $160,000 ~same
Melbourne $160,000 ~same
Perth $160,000 ~same
Sydney $160,000 ~same

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