Technology & IT

Project Manager Salary in Australia

Project Managers plan and deliver projects on time, on budget and in scope. Seek has thousands of PM roles at any time across IT, construction, engineering and healthcare. PMP or PRINCE2 certification boosts salary at senior levels.

AU Typical Range

$100k$165k

AU Median

$128k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $90k$148k

Salary by experience level

Junior PM / Coordinator

AU$75k – $98k
NZNZD $68k – $88k

Project Manager

AU$100k – $135k
NZNZD $90k – $122k

Senior PM

AU$135k – $170k
NZNZD $122k – $152k

Program / Portfolio Mgr

AU$165k – $220k
NZNZD $148k – $198k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $128k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$96,252

Monthly

$8,021

Fortnightly

$3,702

Common employers on Seek

DeloitteAccentureIBMServices AustraliaLend LeaseTelstra

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average Project Manager salary in Australia?

The average Project Manager salary in Australia is around $128k per year, with a typical Seek range of $100k – $165k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a Project Manager take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $128k, take-home pay is approximately $96,252 per year ($8,021 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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