Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Research and development (R&D) managers Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Research and development (R&D) managers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Research and development (R&D) managers earns £26,080 more per year (85% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Research and development (R&D) managersDifference
Median Annual£30,734£56,814-£26,080
Mean Annual£31,371£60,497-£29,126
Monthly£2,561£4,735-£2,174
Weekly£591£1,093-£502
Hourly£14.78£27.31-£12.53

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Research and development (R&D) managers
10th (Entry)£14,788£34,679
25th£25,464£44,379
50th (Median)£30,734£56,814
75th£37,893£72,775
90th (Senior)£46,409£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Research and development (R&D) managers?
A Research and development (R&D) managers earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Research and development (R&D) managers earns £56,814 — a difference of £26,080 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Research and development (R&D) managers?
The difference is £26,080 per year. Research and development (R&D) managers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Research and development (R&D) managers?
From a salary perspective, Research and development (R&D) managers 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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