Job opportunities for studying construction engineering in Germany

Germany is famous for its world-leading science and technology and is a “magnet” attracting international talent, especially in the construction field. With a high-quality education system and open job opportunities, Germany becomes an ideal choice for young people who want to pursue a career in construction. So, what is Germany? construction job opportunities What is post-graduation and what is the salary? Let's find out the details with SHD Academy through the article below!

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Opportunities and potential of construction engineering industry in Germany

Construction is the field of study that specializes in the design, construction and management of construction works such as houses, bridges and other infrastructures. This is a profession that plays a key role in the economic and social development of each country.

In Germany, the construction industry is facing a serious shortage of human resources. According to a report in the Financial Markets Money magazine (2022), as of April 2021, businesses in Germany have a need to recruit up to 360,000 employees in fields requiring highly skilled workers, especially in the construction industry. In addition, according to Nhan Dan newspaper (published on January 2, 2025), Germany will lack about 7 million skilled workers by 2035 due to population aging and low birth rate. This further increases job opportunities in the construction engineering industry for international students studying vocational training in Germany.

Upon completing a construction program in Germany, international students will have many career opportunities thanks to the high recruitment demand from businesses. International students can start as a construction technician, construction supervisor or project assistant. Through the process of accumulating and improving professional skills, you can advance to roles such as project manager, chief supervisor or technical consultant, etc.

Furthermore, technical degrees from Germany are internationally recognized, making it easy for international students to find jobs not only in Germany but also in many other countries in Europe and around the world.

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Construction technician jobs in Germany

A construction technician will undertake many tasks in the construction and maintenance of all types of structures, from infrastructure construction to the production and installation of concrete components. Specifically as follows:

Road construction technician

• Digging construction trenches.
• Ensure safety of trenches and ditches to prevent landslides.
• Site preparation at construction sites.
• Perform excavation work and operate road construction machinery.
• Pouring asphalt, concrete and filling.

Reinforced concrete technician

• Construction of concrete and reinforced concrete structures, e.g. for bridges, auditoriums and high-rise buildings.
• Production of concrete mix or processing of ready-mixed concrete.
• Assemble or manufacture formwork and scaffolding.
• Bending and braiding of steel reinforcement.
• Install steel reinforcement into formwork.
• Dismantling of precast concrete elements and solid concrete structures.

Construction technician

• Equip necessary items such as construction machinery, construction tools, safety equipment, construction materials and measuring equipment.
• Build walls with different types of masonry stones.
• Production of building components from concrete and reinforced concrete.
• Equipped with insulation, cold resistance, sound insulation and moisture resistance.
• Mortar production.
• Pour concrete walls and ceilings.
• Repair, maintenance and renovation of buildings.

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Construction Technician Salary in Germany 2025

In addition to learning about the work of a construction engineer in Germany, many students are also interested in the salary of this profession. In fact, the monthly allowance will depend on the company and the experience of the student. You can refer to the detailed salary as follows:

Salary when studying construction in Germany

During your apprenticeship in Germany, your salary will increase year by year, based on your work capacity and experience, as follows:

• Year 1: From about 929 Euro (about 24 million VND)
• Year 2: From about 965 Euro (about 25 million VND)
• Year 3: About 975 to 1,190 Euro (about 25 to 30 million VND)

In addition, students studying construction in Germany will also receive an additional support from the enterprise from 185 to 238 Euros (about 4,800,000 - 6,700,000 VND), which will be paid directly to the Social Insurance Fund, helping to ensure the rights of students during their study and work.
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New graduate construction technician salary

According to regulations from 2024, the minimum wage for Construction Technicians is 20 Euro/hour (equivalent to about 500,000 VND/hour). The average annual income before tax is 33,400 Euro/year, equivalent to 880 million VND.

Construction technician salary with work experience

Reinforced concrete technician

• Annual salary: Minimum 33,400 Euro (about 870 million VND).
• Average salary: 20 Euro/hour (about 500,000 VND).
• Average salary after promotion: 39,200 Euro/year (about 1 billion VND) for chief technician; 45,800 Euro/year (about 1.2 VND) for chief technician.

Infrastructure construction technician (road construction)

• Annual salary: Minimum 39,100 Euro/month (about 1 billion VND).
• Average salary: 24 Euro/hour (about 600,000 VND) from 2024.
• Average salary after promotion: 46,200 Euro/year (about 1 billion VND); 56,100 Euro/year (about 1.4 billion VND) for the chief technician.

Construction technician

• Annual salary: Minimum 38,200 Euro (about 1 billion VND).
• Average salary: 24 Euro/hour (about 600,000 VND) from 2024.
• Average salary after promotion: 45,900 Euro/year (about 1.2 billion VND); 55,200 Euro/year (about 1.4 billion VND) for chief technician.

(Source: Steptone)

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Conditions for studying construction in Germany 

To study construction in Germany, students need to meet some basic conditions to ensure the ability to study and work effectively in an international environment. Below are the necessary conditions:

• Age: 18 - 30 years old.
• Good health, not suffering from infectious diseases such as hepatitis A, B, C; not infected with HIV; not having any disabilities.
• No criminal record.
• Have a high school diploma.
• Have German B1 certificate.
• Successfully signed a work contract with a German company in the field of training.

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Why should you study construction in Germany at SHD Academy? 

SHD Academy is proud to have successfully supported more than 600 students to fly to Germany, accompanied 1,500 students studying and built a cooperative network with more than 40 prestigious partners in Germany. In particular, the visa passing rate of up to 99% is a testament to the quality of SHD Academy's consulting, orientation and support for international students. 

Accompanying SHD Academy, you will easily reach your dream of studying construction engineering in Germany with special benefits exclusively for SHD Academy students as follows:

1. Connecting cooperation

• SHD Academy builds close cooperative relationships with local authorities in Vietnam, representatives of German states, leading educational institutions and businesses in Germany. From there, it not only opens up attractive job opportunities with guaranteed output for students but also commits to full benefits of accommodation, support for administrative procedures and necessary conditions, helping students feel secure in studying and developing a long-term career in Germany. 
• Thanks to a network of partners with more than 40 German enterprises and constantly expanding, SHD Academy confidently commits to providing students with jobs immediately after graduation with attractive income, helping young people confidently enter the international labor market and develop their future careers.
• Honored to be recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Ho Chi Minh City as an excellent non-public educational institution for two consecutive school years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024), affirming top quality service.
• In addition, SHD Academy is the pioneer in bringing Vietnamese leaders to Germany to visit and work, demonstrating the care and concern of local leaders and SHD team for young human resources, strongly affirming the commitment to comprehensively accompany students from Vietnam to Germany. At the same time, affirming SHD's leading reputation in connecting international cooperation. 

2. Pioneer in financial support

• SHD Academy is proud to be a pioneer in providing practical financial solutions for students. By officially signing a cooperation agreement with Shinhan Bank to implement the "Companionship Tuition" program, SHD Academy opens up opportunities to help students access preferential loans more easily.
• In addition, thanks to close coordination with the authorities of the Mekong Delta provinces, SHD Academy has implemented financial loan packages from 150 to 200 million VND through the Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Agribank) and reputable credit institutions such as the Social Policy Bank to support students in provinces such as An Giang, Tra Vinh, Ben Tre, Soc Trang.
• This solution not only helps reduce the financial burden for parents and students but also opens up opportunities for students to realize their dream of studying vocational training in Germany.

3. Comprehensive ecosystem

• Comprehensive ecosystem with German language training services, TELC test coordination, career orientation, interview training with businesses, visa interviews and legal support for students until graduation and stable jobs in Germany. 
• Transparent design process with clear costs, close connection between services, helping students have a seamless, uninterrupted learning and working experience.
• SHD Academy is committed to accompanying students on their journey to conquer their career goals, helping young people easily integrate into the international environment and build a sustainable career in Germany.

4. Personalize your learning and career path

• SHD Academy provides vocational training courses, helping students gain practical experience and discover themselves. Through this, students will recognize their strengths and identify fields that match their passion, thereby strengthening their choice of suitable majors.
• Based on individual abilities and labor market trends in Germany, SHD Academy orients and advises on personalized learning paths for each student. Thereby, students are supported to maximize their strengths, while meeting the human resource needs of the international market.
• Understanding that “integration” is the key to success, SHD organizes exchange sessions and activities to explore German culture, from customs, cuisine to daily life skills. These experiences not only help students get acquainted with the new environment but also understand how to communicate and work with Germans. Thanks to that, students feel more confident when entering life in Germany, ready to build a long-term career in a promising international environment.
• Up to now, more than 99% students of SHD Academy have successfully integrated in Germany, quickly adapted and demonstrated the ability to study and work effectively, receiving high appreciation from businesses. This once again affirms the outstanding quality in consulting, career orientation and cultural and skill preparation for students of SHD Academy.

Above is detailed information about construction job opportunities in Germany. It can be seen that the construction industry not only brings open career opportunities but also helps you build a solid foundation for long-term development in this field. SHD Academy believes that this will be the ideal choice for young people today and if you have any questions related to the construction industry or studying in Germany, do not hesitate to contact SHD Academy via hotline 0336 760 276 for support and advice on detailed study paths!