Visa Subclass   Eligibility List Legislative Instrument
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) Points-Tested
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 491 (State/Territory nominated)
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 491 (Family Sponsored)
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 485 (Graduate) Post-Vocational Education Work
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 482 (SID) Core Skills stream
CSOL
IMMI 24/089 • 07 Nov 2025
Subclass 482 (DAMA)
Subclass 186 (ENS) Direct Entry stream
CSOL
IMMI 24/093 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 187 (RSMS)
Subclass 494 (SESR) Employer sponsored stream
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/219 • 14 Dec 2024
Subclass 407 (Training)
MLTSSL
IMMI 19/050 • 14 Dec 2024
State Eligibility
DAMA List Concessions Notes
English TSMIT / CSIT Age PR Pathway Skills & Experience
NSW Orana up to 55 – –
WA East Kimberley up to 55 Category 1 –
VIC Goulburn Valley up to 55 – –
NT Northern Territory up to 55 Type A –
QLD Far North Queensland up to 55 Group 1 –
WA South West up to 55 VETASSESS –
QLD Townsville up to 55 Group 1 –
SA South Australia Regional up to 55 Standard TSS, SESR or ENS visa program requirement –
WA Western Australia up to 55 – Available in Metro Perth
An EOI that meets all requirements and has all fields completed can be submitted. Submitted EOIs are eligible for selection in an invitation round, by a State and Territory government agency or Austrade, depending on the selected visa subclass.
Select month and year to view Submitted, Invited and Lodged counts for all visa subclasses.
Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa
(Points-tested stream)
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Subclass 190
Skilled Nominated visa
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Subclass 491
Family Sponsored stream
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Subclass 491
State Sponsored stream
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Source
Department of Home Affairs, SkillSelect. Updated monthly; subject to change.
ANZSCO Details
Major Group: 1
MANAGERS1
Sub-Major Group: 13
Specialist Managers
Minor Group: 133
Construction, Distribution and Production Managers
Unit Group: 1331
Construction Managers
ANZSCO 133111: Construction Project Manager
Description
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates construction of engineering and building projects, and all resources involved in the construction process. Registration or licensing may be required.
Unit Group 1331: Construction Managers
Description
CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the construction of civil engineering projects, buildings and dwellings, and the physical and human resources involved in building and construction.
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 may be required.
Source
Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2013, Unit Group 1331: Construction Managers, viewed on 12-Feb-2025
Tasks
  • 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 W orkers
  • 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
  • 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
  • Occupations:
  • 1331 11 Construction Project Manager
  • 1331 12 Project Builder
  • 1331 11 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
  • Alternative Title:
  • Building and Construction 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 may be required.
  • Skill Level: 1
  • 1331 12 PROJECT BUILDER
  • Alternative Title:
  • Professional Builder
  • Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the construction, alteration and renovation
  • Of dwellings and other buildings, and the physical and human resources involved in the
  • Building process. Registration or licensing is required.
  • Skill Level: 1
Description
CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the construction of civil engineering projects, buildings and dwellings, and the physical and human resources involved in building and construction.
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.
Source
Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2022, Unit Group 1331: Construction Managers, viewed on 12-Feb-2025
Tasks
  • 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
2025 Occupation Shortage List
The 2025 Occupation Shortage List (OSL) provides a detailed view of occupations in shortage in Australia and by each state and territory. The OSL is released annually by Jobs and Skills Australia.
Occupation Ratings: NS → No Shortage; R → Regional Shortage; S → Shortage; M → Metropolitan Shortage
133111: Construction Project Manager
National (AUS) ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA
S S S S S S S S S
What is the Occupation Shortage List (OSL)?
Jobs and Skills Australia – Occupation Shortage Analysis
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, ANZSCO 2022