Live job postings
16,727
as of 29 Jun 2026
Demand index
9.00%
% of all job postings
Median salary
$120k
$120,000
Salary range
$80k – $140k
$80,000 – $140,000
Salary distribution
Core skills employers ask for
Stakeholder ManagementAgile & Scrum MethodologiesRisk ManagementProject Planning & SchedulingBudgeting & Financial AcumenCommunication & ReportingJIRA / MS Project / SmartsheetChange ManagementVendor & Contract ManagementData Analysis & KPI TrackingAI Tooling Literacy (e.g. Copilot, Notion AI)Certification (PMP, PRINCE2, AIPM)Domain Expertise (Construction, IT, Healthcare)
AI impact on this career
AI is increasingly automating routine project tasks such as status report generation, schedule optimization, and risk flagging, allowing PMs to focus on strategic decision-making and stakeholder alignment. However, many employers still prioritize soft skills like negotiation and conflict resolution, which remain largely outside AI's reach. PMs who adopt AI-powered tools for predictive analytics and resource allocation will gain a clear productivity edge, while those who ignore this trend may find their roles partially commoditized. The overall effect is a shift in required competencies rather than a reduction in demand for experienced Project Managers in Australia.
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