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General Collective Agreement for the Construction Sector: Who Qualifies and What You Get

Learn how the construction sector agreement sets your minimum wages, working hours, and safety standards in Spain.

This agreement sets the baseline rules for employment, including pay and safety, for everyone working in the construction industry across Spain.

Who it's for

This applies to all workers currently employed within the construction sector in Spain.

What you get

The agreement establishes standardized minimum wages that employers must pay. It also defines your official working hours and outlines the mandatory safety protocols that must be followed on the job site to protect you.

What it costs you

It is free to access this information. To understand your specific rights, you should review your individual employment contract and check the official national government publication.

The catch to know

Your specific pay rate is not the same for everyone. Your wage is determined by your professional level and category, such as whether you are classified as a laborer or a skilled tradesperson.

How to apply

  1. Review your personal employment contract to see your assigned job category.
  2. Compare your current pay against the official national salary tables.
  3. Check the official government publication for the most recent updates to the agreement.