This guide walks through what AIQS expects when assessing ANZSCO 233213 Quantity Surveyor. For pathway context, see the 233213 pathway guide. For worked numbers, see the 233213 cost & timeline case study.
Assessing authority
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Qualification requirements
- AQF Bachelor or higher in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Building Surveying / similar.
- RICS-accredited / AIQS-recognised programmes preferred.
- At least one year of post-qualification employment at an appropriately skilled level.
Employment evidence
- Statements of Service on consultancy / contractor letterhead — start / end dates, position, FTE %, salary.
- Project list — pre-contract estimating, post-contract administration, BoQ work, contract administration evidence.
- RICS / AIQS membership documentation — chartered status if held.
- Reference letters from RICS Chartered (MRICS / FRICS) or AIQS senior supervisors.
Common refusal patterns
Estimator-only without QS qualification. Pure estimating without QS background may face refusal — code to 312114 Construction Estimator (AQF Diploma) instead.
Code-mismatch with 232212 Land Surveyor. QS = cost / contract. Land Surveyor = field measurement / boundary.
Code-mismatch with 133111 Construction Project Manager. QS = cost / contract focus. PM = leading project delivery / staff / programme.
Code-fit check
233213 vs 232212 Surveyor. QS = cost / contract / measurement. Land surveyor = field / boundary.
233213 vs 133111 Construction Project Manager. QS = cost focus. PM = full project delivery responsibility.
233213 vs 312114 Construction Estimator. Degree-level QS = 233213. AQF Diploma estimator = 312114.
Tools
- Document checklist — AIQS evidence pack
- ANZSCO search — confirm 233213 vs 232212 / 133111 / 312114
- Eligibility wizard
- Visa fee calculator
Where to verify the rules
Next step
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