Construction Week (Middle East) have just published the results of a salary survey held from April to September this year. The main findings of the survey is that most people are experienced and the UAE is not a place for first-jobbers. People consistently worked longer than 40 hour per week and have salaries in construction(including Architects) on average between $4500-$6047 (USD) month across the six GCC countries. The results also outline expectations for pay rises, housing, current pressures and other interesting information.
For more information go to the two articles at the [SOURCE: Construction Week (Middle East)]
1. Survey Analysis – Construction Week (Middle East)
2. Detailed Results – Construction Week (Middle East)
True, there are plenty of well-paying opportunities in the UAE. No wonder a lot of people are completing the experience required in their locale, and flying to the UAE when things are ready.