Project manager salary in Australia

The average salary for a Project Manager is $144,723 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 7 September 2026.

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Project Manager salaries typically range between a low of $99,604 and a high of $210,281 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Project Manager include Brisbane QLD at $172,266 per year, Canberra ACT at $171,026 per year and Perth WA at $168,127 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Project Manager include SUN Engineering ($291,200 per year) and MLG Oz ($220,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Project Manager salary compares to related positions:

• Associate Project Manager: Average $106,740 per year
• Entry Level Project Manager: Average $93,301 per year
• Junior Project Manager: Average $105,977 per year
• Lead Project Manager: Average $128,790 per year
• Principal Project Manager: Average $148,530 per year
• Senior Project Manager: Average $165,447 per year