Design Manager Salary in Keningau, Sabah

Keningau has agriculture and small-scale manufacturing activities in Sabah. Design manager salaries reflect the lower cost of living. Opportunities are found with government, infrastructure, or resource-based employers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

RM34,000 to RM45,000

Average (per year)

RM39,500

New design managers in Keningau are mostly hired by local construction firms or government offices, where entry salaries are lower.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

RM47,000 to RM60,000

Average (per year)

RM53,000

Experience can lead to work on agricultural processing or rural infrastructure projects and higher pay.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

RM62,000 to RM80,000

Average (per year)

RM71,000

Senior roles involve managing multiple municipal projects or leading for regional developers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

RM85,000+

Principal managers direct large public works or private sector initiatives in the district.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

RM22 - RM38

per hour

Mid-level

RM40 - RM65

per hour

Senior

RM70 - RM100

per hour