Engineering project managers and project engineers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median engineering project managers and project engineers salary in the UK is £52,451 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £56,925, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £26.77.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £46,626 in Wales to £58,303 in East Midlands. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£52,451
Annual
UK Mean
£56,925
Annual
Hourly Rate
£26.77
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | £58,303 | £56,047 | £63,511 |
| North West | £55,767 | £58,960 | £61,148 |
| West Midlands | £51,569 | £59,371 | £56,360 |
| South East | £50,238 | £55,171 | £48,680 |
| South West | £48,988 | £52,509 | £50,976 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £48,838 | £53,235 | £53,965 |
| Wales | £46,626 | £47,209 | £51,807 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average engineering project managers and project engineers salary in the UK?
The median engineering project managers and project engineers salary in the UK is £52,451 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £56,925, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays engineering project managers and project engineers the most?
East Midlands pays the highest engineering project managers and project engineers salaries with a median of £58,303.
How does engineering project managers and project engineers pay vary by region?
Engineering project managers and project engineers salaries range from £46,626 in Wales to £58,303 in East Midlands.
Are engineering project managers and project engineers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for engineering project managers and project engineers?
The median hourly rate for engineering project managers and project engineers in the UK is £26.77 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.