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Project Builder (133112): New Zealand residence options
Project Builder (133112) is on the Green List Tier 1. ANZSCO skill level 1–3.
Green List Tier 1
Listed by INZ as: Project Builder (including Building Project Manager and Site Foreman)
| Route | Open? | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| Green List: Straight to Residence | Yes | Tier 1. Apply for residence once you have a qualifying job and meet the requirement below. |
| SMC Points-based | Yes | Job must pay at least $35.00 an hour. You need 6 points: e.g. an overseas bachelor’s (4) + 18 months of skilled work in NZ (2). |
| SMC Skilled Work Experience | Yes | Pay of at least $38.50 (1.1×), 5 years of relevant experience including 2 in New Zealand. |
| SMC Trades and Technician | No | Not on the Trades and Technician list. |
Green List Tier 1 requirement
Construction · Project Builder (including Building Project Manager and Site Foreman)
One of the following:
A bachelor's degree at NZQCF Level 7, or a higher qualification with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in quantity surveying or construction economicsA Graduate Diploma at NZQCF Level 7, or a higher qualification, which includes the knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Graduate Diploma in the focus areas of construction, construction management or construction project managementA diploma at NZQCF Level 6, or a higher qualification, with the minimum equivalent of 240 credits, which includes the knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Diploma (Level 6) in the focus areas of quantity surveying, construction economics, construction management or building
In Australia: Project Builder · no recent 189 invitations.
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Every pathway also needs an accredited employer, full-time work, age 55 or under, English, health and character. Appendix 13 · SR3.10