Oil, Gas & Energy

Civil Engineer Salary
in Doha 2026

QAR 18,937 /mo

QAR 227,244/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

QAR 227,244

Salary Range

13,635–22,725

Total Package

QAR 18,937

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

QAR 18,937
P10 MEDIAN P90
QAR 9,545 P25: QAR 13,635 P75: QAR 22,725 QAR 29,543

50% of Civil Engineers in Doha earn between QAR 13,635 and QAR 22,725 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
QAR 11,235
Housing Allowance 30%
QAR 3,428
Transport 10%
QAR 1,143
Medical Insurance
QAR 801
Annual Flight
QAR 607
Gratuity (accrued)
QAR 666
Total Package
QAR 18,937/mo QAR 227,244/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly QAR 18,937
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Civil Engineer in Doha

45K 33K 21K 9.6K 16K 0-2 yrs 17K 3-5 yrs 20K 6-9 yrs 23K 10-14 yrs 27K 15-19 yrs 32K 20-25 yrs 30K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years QAR 11,247 QAR 15,622 QAR 18,746
3-5 years QAR 12,379 QAR 17,194 QAR 20,632
6-9 years QAR 14,106 QAR 19,592 QAR 23,510
10-14 years QAR 16,202 QAR 22,502 QAR 27,002
15-19 years QAR 19,294 QAR 26,798 QAR 32,158
20-25 years QAR 23,382 QAR 32,476 QAR 38,971
25-30 years QAR 21,384 QAR 29,701 QAR 35,642

Salary by Industry

How Civil Engineer pays across industries in Doha

Executive & General Management
QAR 24,618
+30%
Oil, Gas & Energy
QAR 23,103
+22%
Banking & Financial Services
QAR 22,724
+20%
Legal & Compliance
QAR 21,209
+12%
Construction & Real Estate
QAR 18,937
0%
Engineering & Technology
QAR 18,937
0%
Healthcare & Medical
QAR 17,990
-5%
Finance & Accounting
QAR 17,990
-5%
Sales & Marketing
QAR 17,043
-10%
Human Resources
QAR 16,665
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
QAR 16,665
-12%
Government & Public Sector
QAR 16,096
-15%
Media & Creative
QAR 16,096
-15%
Education & Training
QAR 15,150
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
QAR 14,771
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With QAR 18,937/mo salary and estimated expenses of QAR 9,469/mo, you could save QAR 9,468/mo (QAR 113,616/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Civil Engineer in Doha is QAR 18,937 per month (QAR 227,244 per year). Salaries range from QAR 13,635 at the 25th percentile to QAR 22,725 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Civil Engineer with approximately 7 years of experience in Doha can expect a median base salary of QAR 18,937/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (QAR 3,428), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately QAR 18,937.

In Qatar, Civil Engineer positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (30% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Doha offers among the highest salaries for Civil Engineer positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Doha is a major hub for Oil, Gas & Energy professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Oil, Gas & Energy sector in Qatar continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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