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 $115,000 and $220,000. That sits 88% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 87 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 7% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +37 listings vs last month
💰 Project Engineer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$115,000 – $220,000
Median: $160,000
May $160k
Jun $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $125,000 – $181,500
Senior level $151,000 – $250,000
Overall $115k–$220k Mid $125k–$181k Senior $151k–$250k $111k $140k $169k $199k $228k $257k
High confidence 87 listings (+37 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Project engineer hiring in Brisbane jumped from 50 to 87 listings this month, one of the largest demand rises in the batch, driven by the state's construction and resources pipeline. At $160,000 the median runs 88% above the city's $85k all-roles figure, the second-widest premium here, and every major capital pays the same $160k, so the role is nationally uniform at the top. Seniority adds less than expected: mid-level and senior both sit between $160k and $172,500.

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?
Project engineer is an early-to-mid career engineering role, and the mid band starts near $125k. The path in is an engineering degree plus site or design experience, then owning delivery of a work package: scope, schedule, and subcontractor coordination. A relevant discipline (civil, mechanical, electrical) tied to Brisbane's infrastructure and resources projects, plus RPEQ registration, is what moves pay up the band.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes, strongly. At $160k the median earns 88% above Brisbane's all-roles median and nets roughly $112,500 after tax, which goes a long way given Brisbane's lower housing costs. For a role reachable a few years out of an engineering degree, this is top-tier pay, and the surging demand reinforces it. The one caveat is cyclicality: the role tracks the construction and resources pipeline.
How much does a Senior Project Engineer make in Brisbane?
Senior project engineers in Brisbane earn a median of $172,500, with the band reaching about $250k. Getting there means owning larger or multiple work packages and stepping toward Project Manager or Site Manager scope ($178,920 for Site Manager here). RPEQ registration, delivery ownership across cost and schedule, and managing subcontractors and stakeholders are what lift pay into the senior band.

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Project Engineer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $160,000 —
Melbourne $160,000 ~same
Perth $160,000 ~same
Sydney $160,000 ~same
Adelaide $127,500 -20%

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