Project Builder — Subclass 482 Pathway
Skills in Demand visa · 1-4 years (Specialist Skills, Core Skills, or Essential Skills stream)
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 482 — Skills in Demand visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $1,455 short-term / from $3,035 medium-term (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~1-4 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Project Builder for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Project Builder × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Project Builder (ANZSCO 133112) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa through the Regional Occupation List (ROL), making it eligible for temporary employer-sponsored migration. The Subclass 482 is not points-tested; eligibility is established through an approved employer sponsor nominating the applicant for a genuine Project Builder role. The employer must demonstrate the nominated position meets the relevant income threshold applicable to the stream and that labour market testing has been conducted. A skills assessment may be required depending on the applicant's passport country, with assessment typically by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) or a relevant building industry body, evaluating experience in managing residential or commercial building projects. Key requirements include at least one year of relevant work experience in building project management, vocational English proficiency (IELTS 5.0 in each band or equivalent), employer sponsorship approval from the Department of Home Affairs, and standard health and character clearances. The visa is typically granted for up to four years. After two years of qualifying employment with the sponsoring employer, holders may be eligible to transition to permanent residency via the Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition stream. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 482. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Nominated by an approved Australian sponsor
- Position pays at least the relevant Core Skills Income Threshold
- At least one year of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Positive skills assessment if required for the occupation/passport combination
- Vocational English (IELTS 5.0 in each component or equivalent)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Project Builder
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Project Builder
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.