Construction and building trades supervisors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median construction and building trades supervisors salary in the UK is £45,000 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £46,491, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £20.56.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £34,453 in North East to £47,592 in East Midlands. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£45,000
Annual
UK Mean
£46,491
Annual
Hourly Rate
£20.56
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | £47,592 | £44,623 | £51,843 |
| Scotland | £46,621 | £45,689 | £50,510 |
| East | £46,037 | £50,994 | £47,314 |
| West Midlands | £45,544 | £45,036 | £49,775 |
| South East | £44,774 | £46,494 | £43,386 |
| North West | £42,146 | £45,556 | £46,213 |
| South West | £40,443 | £43,346 | £42,084 |
| Wales | £39,106 | £43,771 | £43,451 |
| North East | £34,453 | £38,631 | £38,239 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average construction and building trades supervisors salary in the UK?
The median construction and building trades supervisors salary in the UK is £45,000 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £46,491, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays construction and building trades supervisors the most?
East Midlands pays the highest construction and building trades supervisors salaries with a median of £47,592.
How does construction and building trades supervisors pay vary by region?
Construction and building trades supervisors salaries range from £34,453 in North East to £47,592 in East Midlands.
Are construction and building trades supervisors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for construction and building trades supervisors?
The median hourly rate for construction and building trades supervisors in the UK is £20.56 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.