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M6 - Sr. Director
The median salary range for Project Management (M6) roles disclosed in public job postings is $210k - $299k as of Sep 2026, based on 231 job postings from 77 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$210,000
17%
Mid
$254,325
17%
High
$298,650
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 101 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 394 Data Points | $93,000 | $109,000 | $125,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 1,253 Data Points | $110,000 | $127,900 | $145,800 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,283 Data Points | $135,000 | $154,615 | $174,230 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 206 Data Points | $163,500 | $192,250 | $221,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 253 Data Points | $170,000 | $203,560 | $237,120 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 565 Data Points | $120,000 | $140,000 | $160,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 401 Data Points | $140,000 | $164,027 | $188,055 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 241 Data Points | $183,700 | $216,850 | $250,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Large 73 Data Points | $210,000 | $254,325 | $298,650 |