Is Construction Project Manager in shortage in Australia?

As of 2026-04-26, Jobs and Skills Australia rates Construction Project Manager as "In shortage" on the national Skills Priority List. 134,300 Construction Project Manager are currently employed across Australia.

How much do Construction Project Manager earn in Australia?

Median full-time earnings for Construction Project Manager are A$3,751 per week, or approximately A$195,052 per year. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, refreshed 2026-04-26.

Which Australian visas am I eligible to apply for as a Construction Project Manager?

Construction Project Manager (ANZSCO 133111) is eligible for the following visa subclasses: 482, 186, 189, 190, 407, 485, 489, 494, 491. It appears on the MLTSSL, CSOL occupation lists.

Who assesses Construction Project Manager skills for Australian migration?

Skills assessment for Construction Project Manager (ANZSCO 133111) is conducted by Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services.

Does Construction Project Manager require registration or licensing in Australia?

Registration or licensing may be required for Construction Project Manager, but only for specific scopes of practice. Most general work in this occupation does not require licensing.

Where in Australia do most Construction Project Manager work?

The top three Statistical Area Level 4 (SA4) regions for Construction Project Manager employment are: Gold Coast, Perth - North West, Sydney - Inner South West. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics labour-force survey via Jobs and Skills Australia.

Is Construction Project Manager on the MLTSSL or CSOL?

Construction Project Manager (ANZSCO 133111) is currently listed on the MLTSSL, CSOL. List membership controls which permanent and provisional skilled visas the occupation is eligible for.

What qualifications do I need to work as a Construction Project Manager in Australia?

The most common qualification held by working Construction Project Manager is Certificate III/IV (39% of the workforce). Specific skills assessment evidence requirements depend on the assessing authority.

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ANZSCO1331111Skill Level

Construction Project
Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates construction of civil engineering and building projects, and the physical and human resources involved in the construction process. Registration or licensing is required.

Chapter I

The occupation

Median income

Men$119,273

Women$140,577

Avg age in workforce: 46 yrs

Also known as· 1

Building and Construction Manager

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 133111.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

In Australia and New Zealand: Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing is required.

VETASSESS· Skill assessment requiredApplicants must have a qualification minimum at the level of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Bachelor degree.

Related occupations· 2

Construction Project Manager (133111) Project Builder (133112)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

SC 189Skilled Independent

75%: 9 months90%: 12 months

SC 190State Nominated

75%: 9 months90%: 12 months

SC 491Skilled Regional (State Nominated)

SC 186 (DE)Employer Nomination Scheme (Direct Entry)

SC 494Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional

75%: 17 months90%: 19 months

SC 482Core Skills Stream

SC 491 (Family)Skilled Regional (Family Sponsored)

SC 407Training Visa

SC 485Temporary Graduate

DAMA Agreements

Category: Group A

South Australian DAMA East Kimberley DAMA

Northern Territory DAMA

South West WA DAMA WA DAMA Townsville North Queensland DAMA

6 of 6 DAMA agreements eligible

Chapter III

State & territory nominations

Choose a state to view nomination criteria, place allocations, and recent invitation rounds.

New South Wales

Sydney

Visit migration portal

2023-24

4,150

2024-25

5,000

2025-26

3,600

SC 190Eligible

Skilled Nominated Stream

2025–26 places2,100

Key requirements & pathways

›Have genuinely resided in NSW for a minimum period of six months
›OR currently employed in NSW in their nominated occupation
›OR have continuously resided offshore for the past six months

SC 491Eligible

Regional (Provisional) Stream

2025–26 places1,500

Chapter IV

Expression of Interest (EOI Data)

A snapshot of how many people are competing for this occupation right now. Tap “View full EOI insights” for wait-time estimates, state-by-state difficulty, peer comparisons and cohort tracking.

Chapter V

Tasks & duties

Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. VETASSESS looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.

Interpreting architectural drawings and specifications
Coordinating labour resources, and procurement and delivery of materials, plant and equipment
Consulting with Architects, Engineering Professionals and other professionals, and Technical and Trades Workers
Negotiating with building owners, property developers and subcontractors involved in the construction process to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Preparing tenders and contract bids
Operating and implementing coordinated work programs for sites
Ensuring adherence to building legislation and standards of performance, quality, cost and safety
Arranging submission of plans to local authorities
Building under contract, or subcontracting specialised building services
Overseeing the standard and progress of subcontractors' work
Arranging building inspections by local authorities

Chapter VI

Skills assessment

VETA

Assessing Authority

VETASSESS

Lodge application

Online portal · documents uploaded

Assessment fees

Standard + priority options

Processing

See authority for current times

Outcome letter

Valid for 3 years for DHA lodgement

491 Regional Area Postcodes

ACT

Anywhere

NorfolkIsland

Anywhere

TAS

Anywhere

VIC

3211-3232, 3235, 3240, 3328, 3330-3333, 3340, 3342, 3097-3099, 3139, 3233-3234, 3236-3239, 3241-3325, 3329, 3334, 3341, 3345-3424, 3430-3799, 3809-3909, 3912-3971, 3978-3996

NSW

2259, 2264-2308, 2500-2526, 2528-2535, 2574, 2250-2258, 2260-2263, 2311-2490, 2527, 2536-2551, 2575-2739, 2753-2754, 2756-2758, 2773-2898

QLD

4207-4275, 4517-4519, 4550-4551, 4553-4562, 4564-4569, 4571-4575, 4124-4125, 4133, 4183-4184, 4280-4287, 4306-4498, 4507, 4552, 4563, 4570, 4580-4895

Your route to PR

Six steps from this page to a granted visa

Personalised for Construction Project Manager (ANZSCO 133111). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.

Total timelineUp to 24 months

START

VERIFY

ASSESS

ENGLISH

EOI

INVITE

LODGE

ANZSCO code & lists

On MLTSSL · Skill Level 1

Skills assessment

VETASSESS

Open tool

Test & maximise points

Recent cut-off 85 pts · English up to 20 pts

Open tool

Submit Expression of Interest

Submit through SkillSelect

Open tool

Await invitation / nomination

8 states: NSW, VIC, QLD, SA…

Open tool

Lodge visa & await grant

60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing

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ANZSCO1331111Skill Level

Construction Project
Manager

Chapter I

The occupation

Median income

Men$119,273

Women$140,577

Avg age in workforce: 46 yrs

Also known as· 1

Building and Construction Manager

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 133111.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

VETASSESS· Skill assessment requiredApplicants must have a qualification minimum at the level of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Bachelor degree.

Related occupations· 2

Construction Project Manager (133111) Project Builder (133112)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

SC 189Skilled Independent

75%: 9 months90%: 12 months

SC 190State Nominated

75%: 9 months90%: 12 months

SC 491Skilled Regional (State Nominated)

SC 186 (DE)Employer Nomination Scheme (Direct Entry)

SC 494Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional

75%: 17 months90%: 19 months

SC 482Core Skills Stream

SC 491 (Family)Skilled Regional (Family Sponsored)

SC 407Training Visa

SC 485Temporary Graduate

DAMA Agreements

Category: Group A

South Australian DAMA East Kimberley DAMA

Northern Territory DAMA

South West WA DAMA WA DAMA Townsville North Queensland DAMA

6 of 6 DAMA agreements eligible

Chapter III