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A Building Contractor oversees a project of construction work from start to finish. You might be building a new structure or renovating an existing building. Building Contractors will need to organise workers, tradespeople and subcontractors as well as things like equipment and materials. You’ll need to manage budgets and timeframes and ensure all building codes, legislation and safety standards are adhered to.
A Building Contractor needs good communication skills as you’ll be dealing with clients, workers and other building industry professionals. You’ll be supervising a large team so you’ll need to be a good leader and you’ll have to be organised because you may be working on more than one project at once. You’ll have to plan ahead and be able to manage your time.
There are 5 courses available for people who want to become a Building Contractor.
Possible job outcomes:
Get started in building contract administration with the CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to select, prepare, and administer a construction contract. You’ll learn how to process client requirements, arrange building applications and approvals, and procure construction materials. The course also delivers competencies in project management, leadership, business writing, and effective communication. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and the full list of career outcomes in contract administration..
Average duration: 12 months.
The Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying prepares students to specialise in building legislation, technical codes, and construction standards. This qualification leads to opportunities for senior positions in major construction and development companies or enables self-employment as a consultant surveyor. It is designed for those seeking expertise in the critical aspects of building surveying. .
Level-up your career in the building and construction industry with an CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management). This nationally recognised qualification gives you the skills you need to direct high-rise and complex building projects, as well as apply specialised knowledge of building codes and standards, contract administration, tender developments, and legal compliance. Graduates of this course have the skills and training they need to apply for their Builder Project Management Services licence. Enquire now and ask for the course brochure and government funding options..
Average duration: 24 months.
An RII60620 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is a high-end qualification and recommended for students already working in the civil construction industry wanting to make the transition from a practical hands-on worker to a management-level policy maker. During the qualification students will undertake significant research in legislation and safety standards and will create a suite of real-world policies and risk management procedures. The RII60620 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package..
Are you interested in building administration and need skills in contract administration, estimating and scheduling? How about the CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support? This nationally recognised qualification will develop your skills in project management, leadership and risk management. During your studies you’ll learn to read plans and specifications, and prepare simple building sketches and drawings. You’ll also have the opportunity to specialise in either Contract Administration or Building Estimating. Enquire now for the latest course enrolment dates, career outcomes, and the availability of specialisation units..
In Australia, a full time Building Contractor generally earns $1,550 per week ($80,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of Building Contractors in Australia has dropped slightly in recent years. There are currently 45,800 people working in this role compared to 46,200 five years ago. Building Contractors can find work in all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
An Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) is a suitable qualification if you’re thinking about becoming a Building Contractor. This course covers all aspects of taking on complex building projects including building codes and contracts and tenders. You could also consider an Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction which covers building policies and standards.
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Here are some potential career pathways within civil construction. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Civil Construction
Concreter
$960 weekly pay
Construction Labourer
Construction Worker
Excavator Operator
$1,050 weekly pay
General Hand
General Labourer
Loader Operator
Mobile Crane Operator
$1,400 weekly pay
Pipelayer
Rigger
Road Construction Worker
Road Marker
Steel Fixer
Traffic Controller
Building Estimator
$1,440 weekly pay
Construction Estimator
Construction Supervisor
$1,150 weekly pay
Grader Operator
$1,540 weekly pay
Site Foreman
Building Contractor
$1,550 weekly pay
Construction Manager
Construction Project Manager
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