Table of Contents
- Overview: Construction Industry in Saudi Arabia
- Types of Construction Jobs
- Eligibility, Skills & Documents
- Construction Job Salaries in Saudi Arabia (SAR/month)
- Where to Apply — Job Boards & Official Portals
- City-wise Construction Job Opportunities
- Top Employers & Career Links
- Career Growth Path in Construction
- CV & Interview Tips
- FAQs
1) Overview: Construction Industry in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s construction sector is booming in 2025, driven by Vision 2030 mega-projects such as NEOM, Red Sea Project, Qiddiya, Diriyah Gate, King Salman Park, and Riyadh Metro. With billions of dollars invested in infrastructure, residential complexes, commercial towers, industrial plants, and oil & gas facilities, there is massive demand for both skilled and unskilled workers.
Jobs span from general labour, masons, carpenters, electricians, welders, plumbers, and drivers to civil engineers, site supervisors, and project managers. Companies like Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Saudi Bin Laden Group, Bechtel, Nesma, Al Rajhi Construction, and Dar Al Riyadh are continuously hiring thousands of workers.
2) Types of Construction Jobs
| Category | Roles | Employers |
|---|---|---|
| General Labour | Site helpers, cleaners, loaders | All contractors |
| Skilled Trades | Masons, carpenters, welders, plumbers, electricians | Bin Laden Group, Nesma |
| Machine Operators | Crane operators, forklift drivers, excavator operators | Bechtel, Aramco contractors |
| Engineers | Civil, mechanical, electrical engineers | Aramco, Dar Al Riyadh, SABIC |
| Supervisors | Site supervisor, safety officer | Large construction companies |
| Management | Project managers, contract managers | Bechtel, Saudi Bin Laden Group |
3) Eligibility, Skills & Documents
- Education: 8th–12th pass for labour; ITI/diploma for trades; engineering degree for engineers.
- Experience: Freshers accepted for labour; 2–5 years for skilled trades; 5–10 years for senior roles.
- Licenses: Equipment operators need Saudi-approved training/license.
- Skills: Technical knowledge, safety compliance, teamwork, basic English/Arabic.
- Documents: Passport, Iqama (for residents), medical fitness, visa.
4) Construction Job Salaries in Saudi Arabia (SAR/month)
| Role | Salary Range (SAR) | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| General Labour | 3,000 – 4,500 | Accommodation + food |
| Mason / Carpenter | 3,500 – 5,000 | OT + housing |
| Electrician / Plumber | 3,800 – 5,200 | Medical + transport |
| Welder | 4,000 – 5,500 | Hazard pay + OT |
| Crane / Machine Operator | 4,500 – 6,500 | Allowance + OT |
| Supervisor / Safety Officer | 6,000 – 8,000 | Housing + benefits |
| Engineer (Civil/Mech/Electrical) | 7,000 – 12,000 | Insurance + perks |
| Project Manager | 12,000 – 20,000 | Housing + family benefits |
ASCII Salary Chart (SAR/month) Labour (3.8k) ████ Mason/Carpenter (4.5k) █████ Electrician (5k) ██████ Welder (5.2k) ██████ Machine Operator (6k) ████████ Supervisor (7k) █████████ Engineer (10k) ████████████ Manager (15k) █████████████████
5) Where to Apply — Job Boards & Official Portals
- Bayt — Construction Jobs Saudi Arabia
- GulfTalent — Construction Jobs KSA
- NaukriGulf — Construction Jobs Saudi
- LinkedIn — Construction Jobs Saudi Arabia
6) City-wise Construction Job Opportunities
Riyadh
Ongoing mega-projects like King Salman Park, Riyadh Metro require engineers, labour, electricians, and supervisors.
Jeddah
Commercial and residential projects, along with Red Sea Project. Hiring masons, carpenters, plumbers, project managers.
Dammam & Khobar
Oil and gas hub. High demand for heavy machine operators, welders, safety officers in Aramco/SABIC projects.
Makkah & Madinah
Construction linked to religious tourism. Demand for general labour, site helpers, bus drivers, electricians.
Jubail & Yanbu
Industrial zones with petrochemical plants. Engineers, welders, crane operators in high demand.
7) Top Employers & Career Links
- Saudi Aramco — Careers
- SABIC — Careers
- Bechtel — Careers Saudi Arabia
- Saudi Bin Laden Group — Careers
- Nesma & Partners — Careers
- Dar Al Riyadh — Careers
- Al Rajhi Construction — Careers
8) Career Growth Path in Construction
- General Labour → Skilled Worker → Supervisor → Engineer Assistant → Site Engineer
- Skilled Trades → Foreman → Supervisor → Safety Officer → Manager
- Engineer → Senior Engineer → Project Manager → Regional Head
9) CV & Interview Tips
- Quantify experience: “Managed 30+ labourers on metro site,” “Welded 200+ joints with 0% defect rate.”
- Highlight certifications: OSHA, NEBOSH, PMP, trade license.
- Technical skills: AutoCAD, site safety, machine operation.
- Interview prep: Safety drills, blueprint reading, basic Arabic terms.
10) FAQs
Q1. What is the average salary of construction workers in Saudi Arabia?
Ans: SAR 3,500–7,000/month for labour and trades; engineers and managers earn SAR 10,000–20,000.
Q2. Which companies are top recruiters?
Ans: Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Bechtel, Saudi Bin Laden Group, Nesma, Dar Al Riyadh.
Q3. Do companies provide accommodation and food?
Ans: Yes, most companies provide free housing, meals, insurance, and transport.
Q4. Which cities have the most opportunities?
Ans: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Jubail, and Yanbu.
Q5. Can freshers apply?
Ans: Yes, especially for general labour and helper positions.