Construction & Real Estate

Project Director Salary
in Jeddah 2026

SAR 47,856 /mo

SAR 574,272/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

SAR 574,272

Salary Range

38,952–60,098

Total Package

SAR 47,856

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

SAR 47,856
P10 MEDIAN P90
SAR 27,266 P25: SAR 38,952 P75: SAR 60,098 SAR 78,127

50% of Project Directors in Jeddah earn between SAR 38,952 and SAR 60,098 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
SAR 31,107
Housing Allowance 30%
SAR 9,332
Transport 10%
SAR 3,111
Medical Insurance
SAR 675
Annual Flight
SAR 469
Gratuity (accrued)
SAR 1,296
Total Package
SAR 47,856/mo SAR 574,272/year

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

Monthly SAR 47,856
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Project Director in Jeddah

119K 88K 58K 27K 39K 0-2 yrs 43K 3-5 yrs 50K 6-9 yrs 57K 10-14 yrs 68K 15-19 yrs 82K 20-25 yrs 75K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years SAR 32,132 SAR 39,477 SAR 49,575
3-5 years SAR 35,365 SAR 43,449 SAR 54,563
6-9 years SAR 40,298 SAR 49,510 SAR 62,175
10-14 years SAR 46,285 SAR 56,865 SAR 71,411
15-19 years SAR 55,120 SAR 67,719 SAR 85,042
20-25 years SAR 66,799 SAR 82,068 SAR 103,062
25-30 years SAR 61,092 SAR 75,056 SAR 94,256

Salary by Industry

How Project Director pays across industries in Jeddah

Executive & General Management
SAR 62,213
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
SAR 57,427
+20%
Oil, Gas & Energy
SAR 56,470
+18%
Legal & Compliance
SAR 53,599
+12%
Engineering & Technology
SAR 47,856
0%
Healthcare & Medical
SAR 45,463
-5%
Finance & Accounting
SAR 45,463
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
SAR 44,028
-8%
Sales & Marketing
SAR 43,070
-10%
Human Resources
SAR 42,113
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
SAR 42,113
-12%
Government & Public Sector
SAR 40,678
-15%
Media & Creative
SAR 40,678
-15%
Education & Training
SAR 38,285
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
SAR 37,328
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With SAR 47,856/mo salary and estimated expenses of SAR 23,928/mo, you could save SAR 23,928/mo (SAR 287,136/yr).

See detailed cost breakdown β†’

Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Project Director in Jeddah is SAR 47,856 per month (SAR 574,272 per year). Salaries range from SAR 38,952 at the 25th percentile to SAR 60,098 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Project Director with approximately 7 years of experience in Jeddah can expect a median base salary of SAR 47,856/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (SAR 9,332), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately SAR 47,856.

In Saudi Arabia, Project Director 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.

Jeddah offers competitive salaries for Project 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.

Jeddah 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 Saudi Arabia continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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