Design Manager Salary in Bello, Antioquia

Bello sits just north of Medellín. Cost of living remains lower than in Medellín, so salaries stretch further. Design managers work in the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

COL$2,500,000 to COL$3,300,000

Average (per year)

COL$2,900,000

Positions at this level involve coordination with small design teams in local construction or retail firms, often under larger Medellín-based organizations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

COL$3,300,000 to COL$4,700,000

Average (per year)

COL$4,000,000

Mid-level managers develop project plans and oversee delivery for companies in manufacturing, education, or public sector design contracts.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

COL$4,700,000 to COL$6,300,000

Average (per year)

COL$5,500,000

Senior roles lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage client relationships, especially for larger construction and architecture firms with a regional reach.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

COL$6,300,000+

Principal and lead managers direct major projects for top employers, often handling budgets and strategy for city infrastructure or large retail chains.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

COL$16000 - COL$22000

per hour

Mid-level

COL$22000 - COL$31000

per hour

Senior

COL$31000 - COL$42000

per hour