Average Construction project managers and related professionals Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, construction project managers and related professionalss in the North West were paid a median of £48,226. The national equivalent stands at £45,613, putting this region 5.7% above. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £48,226 has an effective purchasing power closer to £52,879. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), construction project managers and related professionalss take home 31.9% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £48,226 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £52,879 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average construction project managers and related professionals salary in Manchester?
The median construction project managers and related professionals salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £48,226 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does construction project managers and related professionals pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Construction project managers and related professionals in the North West earn 5.7% above the national median of £45,613. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is construction project managers and related professionals a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Construction project managers and related professionals in the North West earn £48,226, which is 31.9% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for construction project managers and related professionalss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.