Site Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Site Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $185,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $127,000 and $275,000. That sits 106% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 53 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 25% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +7 listings vs last month
💰 Site Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$127,000 – $275,000
Median: $185,000
Aug $200k
Sep $185k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $125,000 – $275,000
Overall $127k–$275k Mid $125k–$275k $121k $153k $186k $218k $250k $283k
Moderate confidence 53 listings (+7 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 53 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 49.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.9% 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%  $127,000 Median  $185,000 $275,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At 105.6% above the city median, site manager is the highest-paying role relative to its market anywhere in the Brisbane data. The median fell $15,000 to $185,000 while listings rose from 46 to 53, so this is a strong market easing rather than turning. Brisbane still leads the country, with Perth at $180,000, Sydney at $163,000, Melbourne at $160,000 and Adelaide at $140,000. At 49% salary disclosure the figure is well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $185,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,450
Monthly (net)
~$10,615
Annual (net)
~$127,383
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $206,275

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 $127,000 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 $185,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes, more than any other Brisbane role in this report. At $185,000 a site manager earns 105.6% above the city's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $2,450 a week and moderate living costs. It beats every other market by at least $5,000 nominally and considerably more after housing. Only the senior tail of project management reaches 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.

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Site Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $185,000 0%
Perth $180,000 -3%
Sydney $163,750 -11%
Melbourne $160,000 -14%
Adelaide $140,000 -24%

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