Site Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Site Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $190,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $130,000 and $275,000. That sits 117% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 71 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 14% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +5 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$130,000 – $275,000

Median: $190,000

Jun $178k

Jul $190k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$130,000 – $275,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 71 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 47.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 52.1% 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% $130,000 Median $190,000 $275,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At 117% above the city median, site manager is the highest-paying role relative to its market anywhere in this report. The median rose $11,100 to $190,000, putting Brisbane well ahead of Perth at $180,000, Sydney at $160,000 and Melbourne at $155,000. Listings grew from 66 to 71 and nearly half stated a salary, so this is a genuinely strong market rather than a sampling artefact. Southeast Queensland's construction pipeline is the straightforward explanation.

Take Home Pay (based on median $190,000)

Weekly (net)

~$2,501

Monthly (net)

~$10,836

Annual (net)

~$130,033

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $211,850

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 Brisbane?

The $130,000 floor assumes years of site experience, usually a trade background followed by supervision, so there is no direct entry. Site supervisors in Brisbane earn $135,000 and are the standard feeder role. A builder's licence, white card and construction safety qualifications are baseline rather than differentiating at this level.

Is $190,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes, more than any other Brisbane role in this report. At $190,000 a site manager earns 117.1% above the city's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $2,501 a week and moderate living costs. It beats every other capital by at least $10,000 nominally and considerably more after housing. Only the senior tails of project management reach higher.

How much does a Senior Site Manager make in Brisbane?

The ceiling is $275,000, reached on major infrastructure or tier-one commercial projects rather than through years alone. Project size is the lever, since listings at that level reference contract values rather than titles. Construction manager and project director roles sit above this range.

Other roles in Brisbane

Site Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$190,000	0%
Perth	$180,000	-5%
Sydney	$160,000	-16%
Melbourne	$155,000	-18%

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