Site Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Site Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $178,920 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $120,000 and $275,000. That sits 110% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 66 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 16% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Site Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$120,000 – $275,000
Median: $178,920
May $187k
Jun $178k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $125,000 – $275,000
Overall $120k–$275k Mid $125k–$275k $116k $149k $183k $216k $249k $283k
Moderate confidence 66 listings (+8 vs last month) · 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.

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Bottom 10%  $120,000 Median  $178,920 $275,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane site managers command a 110.5% premium over the city's all-roles median, the largest premium in this batch, medianing $178.9k against Brisbane's $85k. The range is enormous ($120k to $275k), which tracks the difference between managing a mid-size build and a major project. Demand is strong (84th percentile) and rising (66 listings, up from 58), though the median slipped $8.6k over the month. Perth pays even more ($185k), a reminder that construction management pay follows the pipeline. This is the top of the on-site construction ladder, above Estimator and Project Engineer.

Take Home Pay (based on median $178,920)

Weekly (net)
~$2,386
Monthly (net)
~$10,340
Annual (net)
~$124,074
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $199,495

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?
There is no junior end here, the mid band starts around $125k because site manager assumes years of on-site construction leadership. What separates the lower and upper band is project scale and sector: running major commercial, infrastructure or resources builds over small residential jobs, holding relevant construction and safety qualifications, and owning site programme, safety and subcontractor coordination end to end.
Is $178,920 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes, strongly. At $178.9k the median runs 110.5% above Brisbane's $85k all-roles figure and nets about $124k after tax in a moderate-cost city, among the highest positions in the batch. Site managers are paid this because they own delivery, safety and cost on site, where mistakes are expensive and immediate. Perth pays about $6k more, but Brisbane's figure is already at the top end of construction pay.
How much does a Senior Site Manager make in Brisbane?
The range reaches $275k for site managers running major or complex projects. The step up is scale and scope: leading delivery on flagship builds, moving into senior or project-director roles, or taking on multiple concurrent sites. A record of delivering large projects safely and on budget, plus senior construction and safety credentials, is what carries you toward the top of the band.

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Site Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $178,920 —
Perth $185,000 +3%
Sydney $175,000 ~same
Melbourne $150,000 -16%
Adelaide $125,000 -30%

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