PMI commenced in Australia in 1996 and has over 2000 members from a mixture of industries including: finance, information technology, telecommunications, consulting, academia and pharmaceuticals.

Approximately 70% of Australian members are Project Management Professionals (PMPs). PMI is strongly supported by a majority of companies internationally and in Australia. Sydney PMI Chapter is currently the largest Australian chapter with over 800 members. The Sydney Chapter conducts regular meetings, education programs, certification courses and runs an annual conference in an effort to further the profession of Project Management within NSW and Australia.