NOC 22233: Construction inspectors
Construction inspectors inspect the construction and maintenance of new and existing buildings, bridges, highways and industrial construction to ensure that specifications and building codes are observed and monitor work site safety. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, construction companies, architectural and civil engineering consulting firms or they may be self-employed.
Official Main Duties for NOC 22233
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 22233
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Construction inspectors is categorized under TEER 2. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 22233.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $24.52 | $38.46/hr | $54.95 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $23.56/hr | $37/hr | $49.3/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $24.65/hr | $32.66/hr | $66.62/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $24.38/hr | $38.21/hr | $46.67/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $24/hr | $35.58/hr | $49.8/hr |
| Quebec → | $25.4/hr | $36.09/hr | $45/hr |
| Ontario → | $25/hr | $39/hr | $58/hr |
| Manitoba → | $21.63/hr | $38.51/hr | $47.6/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $26.6/hr | $38.31/hr | $54.69/hr |
| Alberta → | $22/hr | $37/hr | $59/hr |
| British Columbia → | $26/hr | $38.67/hr | $52/hr |
| Yukon → | $22.14/hr | $43.18/hr | $57.26/hr |
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Economic Region BenchmarksOfficial ESDC prevailing median wages across major Canadian metropolitan regions. Crucial for LMIA prevailing wage compliance and local job offer evaluations.
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- A college diploma in construction, civil engineering or architectural technology plus several years of related work experience or several years of experience as a qualified tradesperson in a construction trade, such as plumbing, carpentry or electrical trade are usually required.
- Provincial certification in a skilled trade or as an engineering technologist is usually required.
- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is offered by the Canada Green Building Council and may be required by some employers.
- Certification as a Construction Safety Officer (CSO) by provincially chartered associations may be required in provinces having such associations.
- Home inspectors require a licence to practice in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia.
- Energy advisors must affiliate with a licenced service organization, complete required training and pass the EnerGuide foundation level exam and Energy advisor exam to become registered with Natural Resources Canada as an energy advisor.
Official Job Titles for NOC 22233
61 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- By-law enforcement and other regulatory officers (See 43202 By-law enforcement and other regulatory officers)View NOC 43202→
- Construction estimators (See 22303 Construction estimators)View NOC 22303→
- Construction managers (See 70010 Construction managers)View NOC 70010→
- Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers (See 22231 Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers)View NOC 22231→
- Occupational health and safety specialists (See 22232 Occupational health and safety specialists)View NOC 22232→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 22233 (Construction inspectors)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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