Site Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Site Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $175,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $268,000. That sits 84% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 65 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 21% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +19 listings vs last month
💰 Site Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $268,000
Median: $175,000
May $165k
Jun $175k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $120,500 – $261,500
Overall $125k–$268k Mid $120k–$261k $116k $148k $180k $212k $244k $276k
Moderate confidence 65 listings (+19 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%  $125,000 Median  $175,000 $268,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Site manager pay in Sydney rose $10k this month to $175k, and listings jumped from 46 to 65, so demand and pay are climbing together in a busy construction market. The role sits 84% above the city median. The huge $125k-to-$268k range reflects how much project value drives the number. Perth ($185k) and Brisbane ($178,920) pay slightly more, but Sydney is firmly in the top tier and rising.

Take Home Pay (based on median $175,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,340
Monthly (net)
~$10,140
Annual (net)
~$121,683
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $195,125

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 Sydney?
Site manager is not an entry role, so the $125k p10 reflects smaller projects rather than junior pay. People arrive via supervisor or trade-supervision roles. Running larger commercial or infrastructure builds, holding full site safety and delivery responsibility, and relevant construction qualifications are what push pay toward the $268k top. Project scale is the biggest lever.
Is $175,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes, strongly. At $175k the median earns 84% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets about $122k after tax, among the highest take-home figures in this batch. Demand and pay both rose this month, signalling a heating market. Perth and Brisbane pay marginally more, but Sydney is squarely in the top pay tier for the role.
How much does a Senior Site Manager make in Sydney?
The mid band tops at a $261,500 p90 and the overall range reaches $268k, so the ceiling is attached to major commercial and infrastructure projects. Progression means moving into project or construction management across multiple sites, which rewards owning delivery, budget and safety on larger builds. The related Project Engineer ($160k) and Estimator ($145k) roles feed this path.

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Site Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $175,000 —
Perth $185,000 +6%
Brisbane $178,920 ~same
Melbourne $150,000 -14%
Adelaide $125,000 -29%

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