Design Manager Salary in Lower Hutt, Wellington
Lower Hutt supports a mix of public sector and light industrial employers. Salaries in Lower Hutt differ from those in Wellington. Design Managers are employed in manufacturing, infrastructure, and regional offices.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$82,000 to NZ$95,000
Average (per year)
NZ$88,500
Entry-level Design Managers are employed in Lower Hutt.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$95,000 to NZ$110,000
Average (per year)
NZ$102,000
Mid-level Design Managers are employed in Lower Hutt.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$110,000 to NZ$127,000
Average (per year)
NZ$119,000
Senior Design Managers are employed in Lower Hutt.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$127,000+
Principal and Lead Design Managers are employed in Lower Hutt.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
NZ$40 - NZ$55
per hour
Mid-level
NZ$55 - NZ$70
per hour
Senior
NZ$70 - NZ$90
per hour