2026 project management salary guide.

This guide is for employers hiring project management talent and for professionals delivering digital, marketing, or technical projects. Whether you’re managing timelines, teams, or clients — or hiring those who do — this guide is for you.

It provides current salary benchmarks across delivery, campaign, and digital project roles. Whether you’re scaling project teams or planning your next move, this guide helps you stay competitive and aligned with 2026 salary trends.

The guide includes Project Director, Delivery Manager, Project Manager, Digital Project Manager, Campaign Manager, and Project Coordinator roles. It spans both traditional and digital delivery across all seniority levels.

The projected average salary for project management roles in the UK in 2026 is around £56,704. This estimate is based on 2025 salary benchmarks combined with expected annual pay growth of approximately 3%, helping organisations plan effectively for leadership and delivery-focused roles.

Salaries are rising due to increased project complexity, stakeholder expectations, and the need for on-time, on-budget delivery. Employers are seeking experienced project leads who can manage cross-functional teams and keep digital projects on track.

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