Ho Chi Minh City’s construction sector faces worker shortages despite monthly pay of up to VND 20 million
As public investment projects accelerate, construction firms in Ho Chi Minh City face localized labor shortages. The city’s Department of Home Affairs estimates that employers will need to fill about 45,000–50,000 positions in the final months of 2026 and before Tet in 2027. Monthly pay offered for skilled construction jobs ranges from VND 12 million to VND 20 million.
