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 $115,000 and $200,000. That sits 68% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 77 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 13% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +16 listings vs last month
💰 Project Engineer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$115,000 – $200,000
Median: $160,000
Aug $160k
Sep $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $115,000 – $185,000
Senior level $160,000 – $218,500
Overall $115k–$200k Mid $115k–$185k Senior $160k–$218k $111k $134k $156k $179k $202k $225k
High confidence 77 listings (+16 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 77 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 31.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 68.8% 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%  $115,000 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 rose 26% from 61 to 77 with the median unchanged. The senior band runs $160,000 to $218,000 on 22 listings with a median of $180,000, a $30,000 step above mid. Only 31% of listings stated a salary, though the perfect national consistency supports the level.

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 $115,000 floor assumes an accredited engineering degree and site experience, so graduate roles sit below this range under different titles. Mid-level listings run $115,000 to $185,000 with a median of $150,000 across 54 listings. Civil, structural and mechanical disciplines dominate, with infrastructure the main Sydney employer.
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 matches estimating and project management at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Project Engineer make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $160,000 to $218,000 with a median of $180,000, from 22 listings. Principal engineer, design authority and engineering management on major infrastructure are what reach it. That $30,000 step from mid to senior median is a clear progression.

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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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