Lead Structural Engineer Salaries
Lead Structural Engineer salaries in Australia
Base pay
$124K - $158K/yr
$147K/yrAverage base pay
Additional salary
$2K/yrAverage
$1K - $3K/yrRange
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Total pay trajectory
Structural Engineer II
$82K–$123K/yr
Lead Structural Engineer
$125K–$161K/yr
Principal Structural Engineer
$143K–$170K/yr
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Recent salaries shared by Lead Structural Engineer
5 salaries
Job title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Lead Structural Engineer
15+ Years
$150K/yr
$150K • $0
Perth, Western Australia
submitted on 6 May 2024
$150K/yr
$150K • $0
Lead Structural Engineer
10-14 Years
$157K/yr
$157K • $0
South Melbourne
submitted on 20 Dec 2023
$157K/yr
$157K • $0
Lead Structural Engineer
10-14 Years
$148K - $172K/yr
Perth, Western Australia
submitted on 25 May 2023
$148K - $172K/yr
Lead Structural Engineer
10-14 Years
$104K - $120K/yr
Perth, Western Australia
submitted on 1 Apr 2021
$104K - $120K/yr
Lead Structural Engineer
10-14 Years
$129K - $151K/yr
Sydney
submitted on 14 Mar 2021
$129K - $151K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Lead Structural Engineer salaries
How much does a Lead Structural Engineer in Australia make?
The average salary for a Lead Structural Engineer is $149,000 per year or $72 per hour in Australia, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $163,000 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Australia is between $125,000 (25th percentile) and $160,500 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 6 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Structural Engineer employees in Australia as of July 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Lead Structural Engineer in Australia?
The highest salary for a Lead Structural Engineer in Australia is $160,500 per year, $13,375 per month or $77 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Lead Structural Engineer in Australia?
The lowest salary for a Lead Structural Engineer in Australia is $125,000 per year, $10,417 per month or $60 per hour.




