| Job Title | North East | North West | The Midlands | Wales | Yorkshire & The Humber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Technician | ~36k | ~38k | ~36k | ~35k | ~36k |
| Project Engineer | ~45k | ~45k | ~45k | ~43k | ~45k |
| Project Manager | ~65k | 57.5k - 60k | ~65k | ~56k | ~65k |
| Assistant Estimator | ~28k | ~30k | ~28k | ~30k | ~28k |
| Quantity Surveyor | ~46k | 44k - 45k | ~46k | ~42k | ~46k |
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It is important to note data is based on averages and are estimates; salaries for each job and the cost of living in each city may vary. Rent is based on a 1 bedroom apartment outside of the city centre using Numbeo and Home. The average bills include council tax (band A), water, electricity, gas and broadband.
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