Design Director Salary in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Design Directors in Riyadh receive salaries that are competitive within the local market. Salaries are affected by the types of firms and projects operating in the capital's commercial sector. Living costs in Riyadh differ from those in other Gulf hubs.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR82,000 to SAR108,000
Average (per year)
SAR93,000
Entry-level salaries in Afif are listed.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR108,000 to SAR132,000
Average (per year)
SAR120,000
Mid-level design directors oversee educational facilities, roadworks, or work with regional contractors.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR132,000 to SAR168,000
Average (per year)
SAR150,000
Senior positions exist in established construction companies or municipal urban planning.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR168,000+
Principal or lead design directors are found in major regional infrastructure development.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
SAR88 - SAR125
per hour
Mid-level
SAR126 - SAR172
per hour
Senior
SAR173 - SAR225
per hour
Design Director salaries in Riyadh are higher than the national average. Salaries in other regions are reported to be lower than those in the capital.