Construction Estimator is a priority processing occupation: since 25 July 2026, applications lodged by people already in Australia in this group are decided ahead of other skilled applications. This affects how quickly a lodged application is processed, not whether you are invited.
Construction Estimator
Quick answer
What points are Construction Estimators being invited at?
Construction Estimator is not eligible for the 189 visa. It can be used for 491 with state or family nomination.
Data as at
Latest invitation cut-offs
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No published cut-off yet
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How many Construction Estimator EOIs are waiting?
SkillSelect EOIs as at August 2026 Official
| Visa | Submitted | Invited | Lodged | On hold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 491 State nominated | 1,239 | 0 | 39 | <20 |
EOIs below the 65-point pass mark cannot be invited. "<20" means fewer than 20. SkillSelect hides small numbers to protect privacy. An EOI can be counted under more than one visa.
Construction Estimator invitation round history
Construction Estimator has not appeared in a published Home Affairs round since August 2020.
Which states list Construction Estimator?
Construction Estimator is on the official state nomination list for NSW, QLD, WA, ACT and NT. Being listed doesn't guarantee an invitation, and a state may be closed. EOI counts are submitted 190 and 491 EOIs as at August 2026.
| State | Program | On state list | 190 EOIs | 491 EOIs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | Closed | 491NSW Regional Skills List | – | 180 |
| VIC | Check official site | No state list | – | 149 |
| QLD | Closed | 491Living overseas or Living in the state | – | 178 |
| WA | Check official site | 491General - WASMOL Schedule 2 · Graduate — from 65 points | – | 243 |
| SA | Not open yet | Not listed | – | 163 |
| TAS | Open | Not listed | – | 81 |
| ACT | Not open yet | 491 | – | 116 |
| NT | Open | 491Offshore priority occupation — Living overseas | – | 157 |
State lists and statuses come from each state's official migration website, checked 17 September 2026. General information only, not migration advice.
Frequently asked questions
How many points do I need for Construction Estimator (312114)?
No recent 189 cut-off has been published for Construction Estimator. The minimum to submit an EOI is 65 points.
Which visas can Construction Estimator use?
On the current skilled occupation list, Construction Estimator can be nominated for subclass 491 (CSOL, ROL).
Who assesses Construction Estimator?
Skills assessments for Construction Estimator are done by VETASSESS.
Which states nominate Construction Estimator?
As last checked, Construction Estimator is on the official 190/491 occupation lists of NSW, QLD, WA, ACT and NT. States set their own criteria and some may be closed, so check the state pages linked on this page.
How many people are in the queue for Construction Estimator?
SkillSelect showed no submitted 189 EOIs for Construction Estimator as at August 2026.
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Sources: Home Affairs invitation rounds · SkillSelect EOI data · How we use this data