Construction & Real Estate

Commercial Director Salary
in Manama 2026

BHD 3,854 /mo

BHD 46,248/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

BHD 46,248

Salary Range

3,272–4,420

Total Package

BHD 3,854

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

BHD 3,854
P10 MEDIAN P90
BHD 2,290 P25: BHD 3,272 P75: BHD 4,420 BHD 5,746

50% of Commercial Directors in Manama earn between BHD 3,272 and BHD 4,420 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
BHD 2,527
Housing Allowance 28%
BHD 707
Transport 10%
BHD 253
Medical Insurance
BHD 64
Annual Flight
BHD 47
Gratuity (accrued)
BHD 105
Total Package
BHD 3,854/mo BHD 46,248/year

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

Monthly BHD 3,854
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Commercial Director in Manama

8.7K 6.6K 4.4K 2.3K 3.2K 0-2 yrs 3.5K 3-5 yrs 4K 6-9 yrs 4.6K 10-14 yrs 5.5K 15-19 yrs 6.6K 20-25 yrs 6K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years BHD 2,699 BHD 3,179 BHD 3,646
3-5 years BHD 2,970 BHD 3,499 BHD 4,013
6-9 years BHD 3,385 BHD 3,987 BHD 4,573
10-14 years BHD 3,888 BHD 4,579 BHD 5,252
15-19 years BHD 4,630 BHD 5,454 BHD 6,255
20-25 years BHD 5,611 BHD 6,609 BHD 7,580
25-30 years BHD 5,132 BHD 6,045 BHD 6,933

Salary by Industry

How Commercial Director pays across industries in Manama

Executive & General Management
BHD 5,010
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
BHD 4,818
+25%
Oil, Gas & Energy
BHD 4,548
+18%
Legal & Compliance
BHD 4,316
+12%
Engineering & Technology
BHD 3,854
0%
Healthcare & Medical
BHD 3,661
-5%
Finance & Accounting
BHD 3,661
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
BHD 3,546
-8%
Sales & Marketing
BHD 3,469
-10%
Human Resources
BHD 3,392
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
BHD 3,392
-12%
Government & Public Sector
BHD 3,276
-15%
Media & Creative
BHD 3,276
-15%
Education & Training
BHD 3,083
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
BHD 3,006
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With BHD 3,854/mo salary and estimated expenses of BHD 1,927/mo, you could save BHD 1,927/mo (BHD 23,124/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Commercial Director in Manama is BHD 3,854 per month (BHD 46,248 per year). Salaries range from BHD 3,272 at the 25th percentile to BHD 4,420 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Commercial Director with approximately 7 years of experience in Manama can expect a median base salary of BHD 3,854/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (BHD 707), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately BHD 3,854.

In Bahrain, Commercial Director positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (28% 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.

Manama offers moderately competitive salaries for Commercial Director 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.

Manama is a growing market for Construction & Real Estate professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Construction & Real Estate sector in Bahrain continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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