Project Engineer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Project Engineers in Sydney earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $200,000. That sits 68% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 86 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 10% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Project Engineer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $200,000
Median: $160,000
Jun $160k
Jul $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $122,849 – $185,200
Senior level $160,000 – $226,000
Overall $125k–$200k Mid $122k–$185k Senior $160k–$226k $119k $141k $164k $187k $210k $232k
High confidence 86 listings (+3 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 86 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 28.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 71.9% 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%  $125,000 Median  $160,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Project engineers earn exactly $160,000 in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth, one of the most uniformly priced titles in this entire data set. Listings were flat at 86 against 83 with no median movement. The senior band runs $160,000 to $226,000 on 19 listings with a median also at $160,000, so the tiering adds nothing on median. Only 28% of listings stated a salary, though the national consistency supports the rate.

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 Sydney?
The $125,000 floor assumes an accredited engineering degree plus site experience, so graduate roles sit below this range under different titles. Civil, structural and mechanical disciplines dominate these listings. Infrastructure and commercial construction are the main Sydney employers.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $160,000 a project engineer earns 68.4% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Since every capital pays the same nominal figure, Sydney is the weakest on take-home. Within Sydney construction it sits level with project and site management at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Project Engineer make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $160,000 to $226,000 with a median of $160,000, identical to the overall figure, so the senior label does no work on median here. The $226,000 ceiling is where the difference actually shows. Principal engineer and engineering management on major infrastructure are what reach it.

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Project Engineer salaries in other cities

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

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