Construction & Real Estate

Project Director Salary
in Manama 2026

BHD 4,509 /mo

BHD 54,108/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

BHD 54,108

Salary Range

3,670–5,663

Total Package

BHD 4,509

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

BHD 4,509
P10 MEDIAN P90
BHD 2,569 P25: BHD 3,670 P75: BHD 5,663 BHD 7,362

50% of Project Directors in Manama earn between BHD 3,670 and BHD 5,663 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
BHD 2,968
Housing Allowance 28%
BHD 831
Transport 10%
BHD 297
Medical Insurance
BHD 64
Annual Flight
BHD 47
Gratuity (accrued)
BHD 124
Total Package
BHD 4,509/mo BHD 54,108/year

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

Monthly BHD 4,509
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Project Director in Manama

11K 8.3K 5.4K 2.6K 3.7K 0-2 yrs 4.1K 3-5 yrs 4.7K 6-9 yrs 5.4K 10-14 yrs 6.4K 15-19 yrs 7.7K 20-25 yrs 7.1K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years BHD 3,028 BHD 3,720 BHD 4,671
3-5 years BHD 3,332 BHD 4,094 BHD 5,142
6-9 years BHD 3,797 BHD 4,665 BHD 5,859
10-14 years BHD 4,362 BHD 5,358 BHD 6,729
15-19 years BHD 5,194 BHD 6,381 BHD 8,014
20-25 years BHD 6,294 BHD 7,733 BHD 9,711
25-30 years BHD 5,757 BHD 7,072 BHD 8,882

Salary by Industry

How Project Director pays across industries in Manama

Executive & General Management
BHD 5,862
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
BHD 5,636
+25%
Oil, Gas & Energy
BHD 5,321
+18%
Legal & Compliance
BHD 5,050
+12%
Engineering & Technology
BHD 4,509
0%
Healthcare & Medical
BHD 4,284
-5%
Finance & Accounting
BHD 4,284
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
BHD 4,148
-8%
Sales & Marketing
BHD 4,058
-10%
Human Resources
BHD 3,968
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
BHD 3,968
-12%
Government & Public Sector
BHD 3,833
-15%
Media & Creative
BHD 3,833
-15%
Education & Training
BHD 3,607
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
BHD 3,517
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With BHD 4,509/mo salary and estimated expenses of BHD 2,255/mo, you could save BHD 2,254/mo (BHD 27,048/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Project Director in Manama is BHD 4,509 per month (BHD 54,108 per year). Salaries range from BHD 3,670 at the 25th percentile to BHD 5,663 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Project Director with approximately 7 years of experience in Manama can expect a median base salary of BHD 4,509/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (BHD 831), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately BHD 4,509.

In Bahrain, Project 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 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.

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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