Average Construction project managers and related professionals Salary in Sunderland
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Sunderland compares
In practical terms, a construction project managers and related professionals in the North East earned a median of £55,195 during 2025, which works out to 21.0% above the UK-wide median of £45,613. Factor in the North East's cost of living (9.9% below the UK norm) and a £55,195 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £61,260. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Sunderland is £28,214, so construction project managers and related professionalss sit 95.6% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £55,195 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £61,260 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Construction project managers and related professionals salary in areas near Sunderland
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average construction project managers and related professionals salary in Sunderland?
The median construction project managers and related professionals salary in the North East (which includes Sunderland) is £55,195 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 Sunderland compare to the UK average?
Construction project managers and related professionals in the North East earn 21.0% above the national median of £45,613. This makes the North East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is construction project managers and related professionals a well-paid job in Sunderland compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Sunderland is £28,214. Construction project managers and related professionals in the North East earn £55,195, which is 95.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for construction project managers and related professionalss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Sunderland. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.