Construction Labor Cost per Scope of Work in the Philippines
This section provides indicative labor cost rates commonly used for construction project costing and budgeting in the Philippines. Rates shown are for reference only and may vary depending on project location, skill level, scope of work, and market conditions.
Common Labor Positions
- Mason
- Carpenter
- Steelman / Rebar Installer
- Concrete Worker
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Painter
- Construction Helper / Laborer
Construction Labor Rates in NCR (Updated & Law-Compliant)
This page presents a Tabulation of Construction Labor Rates in NCR, showing the true cost of labor for engineering and construction projects in the Philippines. The rates include basic wages and mandatory government benefits, ensuring accurate and compliant project costing.
Accurate Labor Cost Computation for Construction Projects
Our labor rates are computed based on the current NCR minimum wage and adjusted using a labor cost factor depending on skill level and responsibility. The computation includes:
- Basic Daily and Monthly Wage
- Paid Leaves
- 13th Month Pay
- SSS and EC Contributions
- PhilHealth Contributions
- Pag-IBIG Contributions
This method reflects the actual employer cost of hiring construction workers, not just the daily wage.
How Labor Cost per Scope Is Estimated
Labor cost per scope of work is usually derived from:
- Standard productivity rates
- Daily labor wage rates
- Project duration and manpower requirements
- Site conditions and access
- Skill level and supervision requirements
These factors are combined to produce a unit labor cost suitable for estimating.