Argentina construction workers to see 1.9% pay rise in August under Uocra deal

Construction workers in Argentina are set to receive a 1.9% salary increase in August, marking the final phase of a paritary agreement negotiated by the Uocra (Union of Construction Workers of the Argentine Republic) and employers. This adjustment, officially sanctioned by the government, applies to various worker categories for the eighth month of the year.

The agreement, signed on June 2, stipulates that the new figures absorb any voluntary increases employers may have already provided. It also details that employers will withhold 2% of workers' salaries each month, starting from June 2026, as an extraordinary solidarity contribution. This fund is designated for Uocra's operational expenses, including the negotiation of collective agreements, social action programs, and the development of union and technical teams.

According to the Uocra document, this contribution is part of the second installment for the annual paritary period of April 2026 to March 2027. The funds are intended to support the union's efforts in enhancing the quality of life for workers and their families through collective bargaining and related initiatives. The specific hourly and monthly rates for different zones and categories, such as bricklayers, are detailed within the agreement.