NOC 22303: Construction estimators
Construction estimators analyze costs of and prepare estimates on civil engineering, architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical construction projects. They are employed by residential, commercial and industrial construction companies and major electrical, mechanical and trade contractors, or they may be self-employed.
Official Main Duties for NOC 22303
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 22303
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Construction estimators 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 22303.
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) | $24.04 | $37.84/hr | $61.54 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $23.67/hr | $38.98/hr | $54.48/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $23.05/hr | $31.42/hr | $59.55/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $34.62/hr | $39.56/hr | $53.37/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $22/hr | $33.65/hr | $48.08/hr |
| Quebec → | $25/hr | $33.5/hr | $48/hr |
| Ontario → | $24/hr | $38.46/hr | $61.54/hr |
| Manitoba → | $23.55/hr | $32.5/hr | $55.29/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $25.92/hr | $38.54/hr | $56.23/hr |
| Alberta → | $28.85/hr | $40.87/hr | $88.89/hr |
| British Columbia → | $26.44/hr | $40.24/hr | $77.78/hr |
🏙️Top Metropolitan Cities Wage Rates (ESDC 2025/2026)
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.
- Completion of a three-year college program in civil or construction engineering technology or Several years of experience as a qualified tradesperson in a construction trade such as plumbing, carpentry or electrical, are required.
- Certification by the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors is usually required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 22303
20 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:
- Architectural technologists and technicians (See 22210 Architectural technologists and technicians)View NOC 22210→
- Civil engineering technologists and technicians (See 22300 Civil engineering technologists and technicians)View NOC 22300→
- Civil engineers (See 21300 Civil engineers)View NOC 21300→
- Construction managers (See 70010 Construction managers)View NOC 70010→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 22303 (Construction estimators)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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