Construction Estimator — 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 Construction Estimator 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.
Construction Estimator × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Construction Estimator (ANZSCO 312114) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, enabling Australian construction companies, quantity surveying firms, and cost planning businesses to sponsor skilled estimators on a temporary basis when suitable local candidates cannot be sourced. An approved employer must provide a genuine position and hold Standard Business Sponsorship. A skills assessment from the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS), VETASSESS, or another comparable authority is required to confirm construction estimating qualifications and practical cost planning experience. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through an accepted test. The Subclass 482 is typically valid for two to four years and does not confer permanent residency directly. Eligible holders who complete three years of qualifying employment with an approved sponsor may apply for permanent residency through the Subclass 186. Health and character requirements apply, and employers must maintain salary at market rates for comparable Australian construction estimators. 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 Construction Estimator
- 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 Construction Estimator
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.