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M6 - Sr. Director
The median salary range for Project Management (M6) roles disclosed in public job postings is $210k - $298k as of Oct 2026, based on 275 job postings from 84 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$210,000
17%
Mid
$253,750
17%
High
$297,500
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 466 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 1,440 Data Points | $109,672 | $128,586 | $147,500 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,443 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 241 Data Points | $162,000 | $193,500 | $225,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 293 Data Points | $177,000 | $211,200 | $245,400 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 670 Data Points | $118,750 | $138,225 | $157,700 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 452 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 80 Data Points | $210,000 | $253,750 | $297,500 |