Are you a foreign job seeker who wants a good and stable job? Romania is a very good place for you right now. The country is building many new houses, roads, and big projects. Because of this, Romania needs a lot of construction workers. Romanian people are not enough for all these jobs. So companies are happy to hire workers from other countries. This is a big chance for you to come, work, and earn good money.
This simple guide will help you understand everything step by step. We will talk about the jobs, money, visa, and safety. Everything is explained in very easy English.
The Demand: Top Construction Labour Roles
Romania needs workers very fast. Companies are looking for both simple workers and some special workers.
General Helper / Construction Labourer
This is the easiest job to get if you have no special certificate. Most foreign workers start here. You only need to be strong and ready to work hard every day.
Your daily work will be:
- Carry heavy things (bricks, cement bags, tools)
- Load and unload trucks
- Clean the construction site every day
- Remove rubbish and old materials
- Help skilled workers (for example, mix cement or bring materials)
This job is good because companies always need many helpers.
Specialized Trades (Beginner / Trainee Level)
If you have a little experience, you can start as a helper for skilled workers. You do not need a certificate at the beginning. You will learn on the job and later you can become a real specialist.
Some common jobs:
- Steel Fixer (Fierar Betoane) – help put iron bars inside concrete
- Formwork Carpenter (Dulgher) – help build wooden forms for concrete
- Plumber helper (Instalator) – carry pipes and tools
- Electrician helper – pull cables and bring materials
Companies like to train new workers because they need people very much.
Good news: In construction, the minimum gross salary is higher than in other jobs. In 2025 the minimum gross salary for construction is 4,582 RON per month. This is because the government wants more people to work in construction.
The Legal Blueprint: Working in Romania as a Foreigner
To work legally in Romania, you need papers. The company will help you, but you must know the steps.
Work Permit (Aviz de Angajare)
The company must ask the government for this paper first. They go to the Immigration Office (IGI) and say: “We need this foreign worker because we cannot find a Romanian or EU person for this job.”
Important: Every year the government gives a limited number of work permits for foreign workers (quota). In 2025 you must check if the quota is still open. If the quota is finished, you have to wait for next year.
Long-Stay Visa for Work (Visa D/AM)
When the Work Permit is ready, you go to the Romanian embassy or consulate in your country. You give them:
- The Work Permit paper
- Your passport (must be valid)
- Medical insurance
- Police paper that shows you have no crime
They will give you a visa to enter Romania for work.
Residence Permit (Permis de Şedere)
When you arrive in Romania with the D/AM visa, you have only 30 days to go to the local IGI office. There you apply for the Residence Permit. This card lets you stay and work the whole time of your contract (usually 1 or 2 years). You can renew it later.
Work Contract (Contract Individual de Muncă – CIM)
The company must give you a real contract. They must register it in the official system (REVISAL). Never start work without a signed contract!
Employment & Logistics: What to Expect on Site
Salary, Hours, and Support Package
- Gross salary (Salariu Brut) – money before tax
- Net salary (Salariu Net) – money you really get in your hand
Construction minimum gross salary 2025 = 4,582 RON After tax you can get around 3,600–3,800 RON net (it depends on the company).
Many companies pay more than the minimum, especially if you work overtime.
Normal working hours: 8 hours per day, 5 or 6 days per week. Overtime is paid extra (usually 75–100% more).
Very important help from companies:
- Free accommodation (Cazare gratuită) – you live in a house or container near the site
- Food money or free meals
- Transport from home country to Romania (some companies pay the ticket)
- Transport from accommodation to work every day
Because of this help, you can save almost all your salary.
Essential Duties & Safety
Safety is number one on every construction site in Romania. The government checks every site.
Every new worker must do free safety training (SSM – Securitate şi Sănătate în Muncă). You will learn:
- How to lift heavy things without hurting your back
- How to use helmet, boots, gloves, and safety glasses (they give you free)
- What to do if there is an accident
- How to work with machines safely
If you do not follow safety rules, you can lose the job very fast.
Daily duties you must know:
- Always keep the site clean
- Listen carefully to the boss and skilled workers
- Work as a team – many jobs need 2–4 people together
- Use hand tools correctly (shovel, hammer, wheelbarrow)
Final Tips for Foreign Job Seekers
- Only work with serious companies or licensed agencies.
- Never pay big money to an agency before you see the real job offer and contract.
- Always check the annual work permit quota on the official IGI website.
- Learn a few Romanian words – it helps a lot on the site (Hello = Bună, Thank you = Mulțumesc, Yes = Da, No = Nu).
- Bring warm clothes – Romanian winter is cold, and many sites work the whole year.
Disclaimer:
This information is only to help you understand. Rules and salaries can change quickly. Always check the newest information on the official website of the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI – www.igi.gov.ro) and the Ministry of Labour. Contact the company directly and never send money to unknown people. Good luck with your job in Romania!