The OROOK 2026 Salary Report benchmarks salaries for engineers and managers across five AEC markets: Serbia, UAE, Hungary, Romania and Türkiye. Based on 3,250+ survey responses and expert insights, it reveals key salary trends, expectation gaps and cross-market differences in the construction sector.
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When you’re too good at engineering, the reward is often not a better project, but less engineering.
Is management real progress, or just the wrong direction for technical talent?
When being too good at engineering gets you promoted out of engineering Opširnije
This overview breaks down why “salary inflation” is happening in the construction industry – driven by skill shortages, rising living costs, and low productivity – and how it affects both companies and engineers. It outlines what employers can do to retain talent without overspending (better market benchmarking, more frequent salary reviews, clearer growth paths, productivity improvements), and what engineers can do to increase their value and earnings (specialization, digital skills, commercial awareness, strategic job moves). We give you practical guidance for both sides at a time when the construction labor market is tight and increasingly unpredictable.
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Proactive project oversight is essential to managing construction complexity, reducing risks, and maintaining control over cost, quality, and timelines. Effective monitoring, clear communication, strong documentation, adaptability, and continuous learning form the foundation of sustainable project success.
…Construction success: Strategies for proactive project oversight Opširnije
Ethics in construction and architecture remain the foundation of the profession, and in today’s world engineers and architects must adapt their decisions to new technologies, global challenges, and increasingly complex projects to safeguard safety, integrity, and public trust.
…Navigating ethics in modern construction: Adapting to a changing world Opširnije
Hire AEC experts fast and anonymously. OROOK offers risk-sharing tender support and headhunting solutions for construction, engineering & design firms. Learn more.
…The most affordable tender and headhunting service for the AEC industry Opširnije
Smart cities integrate information and communication technologies (ICT) with physical infrastructure to create connected, efficient, and sustainable urban environments.
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Više od 1.200 inženjera učestvovalo je u istraživanju o očekivanjama zarada za 2025. godinu – otkrivamo rezultate i utiske sa stručnog događaja u organizaciji OROOK i PKS.
…OROOK i PKS: Zarade inženjera u 2025. – Istraživanje koje menja perspektivu Opširnije
