Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Functional Managers and Directors Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Functional Managers and Directors salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Functional Managers and Directors earns £39,521 more per year (129% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Functional Managers and DirectorsDifference
Median Annual£30,734£70,255-£39,521
Mean Annual£31,371£82,674-£51,303
Monthly£2,561£5,855-£3,294
Weekly£591£1,351-£760
Hourly£14.78£33.78-£19.00

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Functional Managers and Directors
10th (Entry)£14,788£28,407
25th£25,464£46,503
50th (Median)£30,734£70,255
75th£37,893£102,101
90th (Senior)£46,409£144,377
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Functional Managers and Directors?
A Functional Managers and Directors earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Functional Managers and Directors earns £70,255 — a difference of £39,521 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Functional Managers and Directors?
The difference is £39,521 per year. Functional Managers and Directors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Functional Managers and Directors?
From a salary perspective, Functional Managers and Directors offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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