Construction Project Manager — Subclass 494 Pathway
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa · 5 years provisional → PR pathway via Subclass 191
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 494 — Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~9-18 months (median)
Key facts at a glance
Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.
- SkillSelect points cutoff(Subclass 189)
- 85 points— November 2025 roundView all rounds →
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 900–1,145via Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· ~8-16 weeks processing
- Salary range (Australia)
- AUD 95k–185kfull-time gross AUD, P10–P90 band, 2025–26 indicative
All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Construction Project Manager for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Construction Project Manager × Subclass 494 — pathway overview
Construction Project Manager (ANZSCO 133111) qualifies for the Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa through its listing on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). The Subclass 494 is a five-year provisional regional visa that is not points-tested; it requires nomination by an approved employer in a designated regional area. Applicants must secure sponsorship from a regional employer who has demonstrated genuine need for a Construction Project Manager and completed labour market testing. A positive skills assessment from the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) or Engineers Australia is required under the Direct Entry pathway. At least three years of relevant construction project management experience is generally expected. Key requirements include being under 45 years of age, holding competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent), a valid employer nomination for a position in a designated regional area, and standard health and character clearances. After three years of regional employment and meeting the income threshold, holders can apply for permanent residency via the Subclass 191 pathway. Fees start from approximately $4,770 and processing typically takes nine to eighteen months. 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 494. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at application
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation
- Three years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Nominated by an approved regional employer in a designated regional area
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Construction Project Manager
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
State nominations for Construction Project Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.