Project manager salary in Australia

The average salary for a Project Manager is $143,642 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 10 August 2026.

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Project Manager salaries typically range between a low of $99,442 and a high of $207,488 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Project Manager include Brisbane QLD at $170,135 per year, Canberra ACT at $169,325 per year and Perth WA at $166,444 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Project Manager include SUN Engineering (USD 291,200 per year) and ERTECH (USD 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 $106,656 per year
• Entry Level Project Manager: Average $93,883 per year
• Junior Project Manager: Average $103,079 per year
• Lead Project Manager: Average $130,389 per year
• Principal Project Manager: Average $149,456 per year
• Senior Project Manager: Average $165,253 per year