Site Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Site Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $155,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $119,500 and $200,000. That sits 72% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 49 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 69th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +6 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$119,500 – $200,000

Median: $155,000

Jun $150k

Jul $155k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$119,000 – $197,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 49 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 56.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 43.1% 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% $119,500 Median $155,000 $200,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Melbourne is the weakest site manager market of the four here at $155,000, a full $35,000 behind Brisbane at $190,000 and $25,000 behind Perth at $180,000. The median rose $5,000 and listings grew from 43 to 49, so the local trend is positive even as the interstate gap stays wide. At 57% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure, so the gap is real. Southeast Queensland's construction pipeline is what separates the two markets.

Take Home Pay (based on median $155,000)

Weekly (net)

~$2,105

Monthly (net)

~$9,124

Annual (net)

~$109,483

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $172,825

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 Melbourne?

The $119,000 floor assumes years of site experience, usually a trade background followed by supervision. There is no direct entry into this title. A builder's licence, white card and construction safety qualifications are baseline, with commercial and civil experience paying above residential.

Is $155,000 a good salary in Melbourne?

Yes locally, no nationally. At $155,000 a site manager earns 72.2% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $2,105 a week. The interstate comparison is stark: Brisbane pays $35,000 more at a much lower cost of living, one of the strongest relocation cases in this report. Within Melbourne it sits level with project engineering at $160,000 and estimating at $150,000.

How much does a Senior Site Manager make in Melbourne?

The ceiling is $200,000, reached on major commercial or infrastructure projects rather than through years alone. Project size is the lever, with listings at that level referencing contract values. Construction manager and project director roles sit above this range.

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Site Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page)	$155,000	0%
Brisbane	$190,000	+23%
Perth	$180,000	+16%
Sydney	$160,000	+3%

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