This paper presents a cross-continental policy analysis by examining the construction safety and cost control mechanisms in Bahrain and Ecuador, representing two distinct regulatory environments from the Middle East and Latin America. As direct fieldwork was not possible due to geographical limitations, document-based analyses were conducted solely on publicly available secondary data, regulatory documentation, and academic literature. Three core indicators were examined: (1) accident rates per 10,000 workers (2020–2024), (2) cost overrun percentages in public infrastructure projects, and (3) regulatory safety compliance scores. Preliminary findings show Bahrain has 28% lower accident rates but 15% higher cost overruns compared to Ecuador. These disparities are linked to variations in regulatory stringency, project delivery models, and workforce training systems. Based on the obtained findings, a hybrid framework was proposed that merges Ecuador’s preventive safety legislation with Bahrain’s agile cost-control strategies. While the framework was not tested in practice and its development was guided by information derived from secondary sources, it still offers valuable policy-level insights for governments and construction stakeholders in developing regions striving to enhance project efficiency while protecting worker welfare.