IT project managers Pay Data UK — 2025

IT project managers roles in the UK earn a median of £56,913 per year, equivalent to £28.93 per hour as of 2025. This represents a 0.1% decrease in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £42,194 to £88,788 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

Each bar shows how many areas of the UK have a median annual pay in that range for IT project managers roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About IT project managers

IT project managers manage, coordinate and technically supervise specific IT projects of a discrete duration and/or budget.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• works with client or senior management to establish and clarify the aims, objectives and requirements of the IT project
• plans the stages of the project, reviews actions and amends plans as necessary
• coordinates and supervises the activities of the project team
• manages third party contributions to the project
• monitors progress including project budget, timescale and quality
• coordinates and oversees implementation of the project
• reports on project to senior management and/or client

Entry Routes and Qualifications

Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification, although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. There is a variety of relevant vocational, professional and postgraduate qualifications available.

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Salary data is sourced from official UK pay datasets and updated periodically.