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IC6 - Advisory
The median salary range for Project Management (IC6) roles disclosed in public job postings is $177k - $245k as of Oct 2026, based on 3,212 job postings from 153 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$177,000
16%
Mid
$211,200
16%
High
$245,400
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 132 Data Points | $70,000 | $82,500 | $95,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 467 Data Points | $90,950 | $105,766 | $120,582 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 1,447 Data Points | $109,581 | $127,891 | $146,200 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,447 Data Points | $135,200 | $155,100 | $175,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 243 Data Points | $163,500 | $194,833 | $226,167 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 296 Data Points | $180,000 | $212,600 | $245,200 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 673 Data Points | $118,500 | $138,250 | $158,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 455 Data Points | $140,000 | $165,000 | $190,000 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 271 Data Points | $186,000 | $218,000 | $250,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Large 81 Data Points | $210,000 | $253,200 | $296,400 |