Site Manager Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Site Managers in Adelaide earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $150,000. That sits 56% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 18th percentile in Adelaide
💰 Site Manager · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $150,000
Median: $125,000
Mid level $100,000 – $150,000
Overall $100k–$150k Mid $100k–$150k $97k $108k $120k $131k $143k $154k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide is by far the cheapest place to be a site manager: $125,000, against Perth ($185,000), Brisbane ($178,920) and Sydney ($175,000), a gap of $50k to $60k for the same construction role. Locally it still pays well, running 56% above Adelaide's $80k all-roles median, but nationally it is an outlier low. The reason is Adelaide's smaller commercial-construction pipeline compared with the resources-fuelled markets. With 21 listings this is a small sample.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

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 Site Manager in Adelaide?
Site manager is not an entry role, so the band starts near $100,000 rather than at graduate level. The path in is from a leading-hand, supervisor, or contracts background, then owning a site's program, safety, and subcontractor coordination. A construction white card, relevant tickets, and delivery of progressively larger projects are what move pay up within the local band.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Adelaide?
Depends on your frame. At $125k the role earns 56% above Adelaide's all-roles median and nets about $91,200, strong local pay helped by Adelaide's low housing costs. But nationally it is the weakest site-manager market by a wide margin: the same title pays $50k to $60k more in Perth, Brisbane and Sydney. For staying in Adelaide it is good; for a mobile manager it is a large opportunity cost.
How much does a Senior Site Manager make in Adelaide?
The local band tops at $150k, but the bigger lever is geographic: relocating to Perth ($185k) or Brisbane ($178,920) lifts pay far more than any Adelaide progression. Within the city, running larger or more complex commercial projects and stepping toward Project Manager or Construction Manager scope is the path. Delivery of major projects on time and budget is what unlocks it.

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Site Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $125,000 —
Perth $185,000 +48%
Brisbane $178,920 +43%
Sydney $175,000 +40%
Melbourne $150,000 +20%

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