Project Builder (ANZSCO 133112)
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What a Project Builder does
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.
- Also called
- Professional Builder
Key facts
- ANZSCO code
- 133112
- Skill level
- 1Bachelor degree or higher
- Assessing authority
- VETASSESS
- National shortage
- No shortage
Visa options
Occupation eligibility is one requirement; each visa page links to the rest.
Points-tested
- Subclass 189 Skilled IndependentNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
- Subclass 190 Skilled NominatedNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
- Subclass 491, state or territory nominatedVia ROLEligible
- Subclass 491, family sponsoredNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
Employer-sponsored
Main tasks
- leading the coordination and prioritisation of resources across projects
- assessing and interpreting architectural drawings and specifications
- coordinating resources, procurement and delivery of materials, plant and equipment
- consulting with Architects, Engineering Professionals and other professionals, and Technical and Trades Workers
- managing links between projects and monitoring overall time, costs, quality, budget and risk
- negotiating with stakeholders throughout the construction process and project lifecycle
- developing tenders and contract bids
- managing and monitoring adherence to legislation and standards of performance and safety
- managing submission of plans to local authorities and liaising with stakeholders to undertake relevant inspections throughout the project
- leading and managing human resources including subcontractors, standards, progress and delivery of project and program requirements
- managing change and implementation of projects and programs
- establishing and managing project plans to ensure alignment with program strategic goals and project outcomes
Shortage by state
- NationalNo shortage
- ACTNo shortage
- NSWNo shortage
- NTShortage
- QLDNo shortage
- SANo shortage
- TASNo shortage
- VICNo shortage
- WAShortage
State and territory nomination
For the 190 and 491, each state and territory also has its own occupation list.
Common questions
What does a Project Builder do?
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. Also called: Professional Builder. (ABS ANZSCO description.)
Is Project Builder on the skilled occupation list?
Yes. Project Builder (ANZSCO 133112) is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Regional Occupation List (ROL) (lists in force from 14 December 2024). It is listed for the 186, 482, 491 and 494 visas.
What is the ANZSCO code for Project Builder?
133112. Home Affairs uses ANZSCO codes for skilled visas.
How can a Project Builder migrate to Australia?
The occupation lists Home Affairs publishes include Project Builder for the Subclass 186, Subclass 482, Subclass 491 and Subclass 494 visas. Being on a list is one requirement among several; each visa's page links to Home Affairs for the rest.
Who assesses Project Builder for an Australian visa?
VETASSESS, the skills assessing authority listed for 133112.
Is Project Builder in demand in Australia?
Jobs and Skills Australia rated it "No shortage" nationally in its 2025 Occupation Shortage List, with ratings for each state and territory shown above.