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A Construction Manager is in charge of a building project and ensures the work is completed to a high standard. You’ll make sure the project is finished on time and on budget. Construction Managers may work on complex projects such as new buildings or smaller jobs like renovation work. You’ll have to organise everything needed to keep the project running smoothly such as necessary equipment and materials to tradespeople and subcontractors.
Construction Managers need to be good at managing finances and will need to have excellent time management skills. You’ll need to plan ahead and manage any delays. You’ll make sure all industry legislation and standards are adhered to and ensure the work site is operating safely. Construction Managers need good leadership skills and should be able to communicate effectively with clients, workers and industry professionals.
There are 17 courses available for people who want to become a Construction Manager. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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A Diploma of Building and Construction can help you further your career in the building industry. You’ll develop your skills in construction management, including estimating costs, supervising projects and preparing contracts. Whether you work as a builder, a foreman or a building inspector, this course will give you the skills you need to take your work to a new level. The Diploma of Building and Construction covers a range of topics from structural principles to occupational health and safety. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including monitoring costing systems, preparing tender documentation and selecting building contractors. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
Become a qualified site manager with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to manage an active construction site. The course covers: site safety and compliance, work team leadership, supervising concreting work, waste minimisation, procuring resources, estimating costs, project quality management, applying building codes, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, construction career outcomes, and the latest enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management (Specialising in Construction) is designed for project managers and team leaders working in the construction industry who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, study outcomes, and enrolment opportunities..
Construction Managers and Supervisors need more than the skills of their apprenticeship or trade to successfully manage a complex building site (and make a name for themselves in the construction industry). This nationally recognised qualification delivers real-world skills in HR Management (recruiting, selecting, inducting, and managing a construction team); Risk and Safety Management; Project Management (scope, costs, quality); and working within a budget. Enquiry today for the learning plan, enrolment options, and start dates..
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.
In Australia, a full time Construction Manager 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 people working as a Construction Manager has increased over the last five years. There are currently 42,100 Construction Managers in Australia. This sort of work can be found in all areas of Australia, particularly in regions of high population growth.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’d like to find work as a Construction Manager start by enrolling in a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building). This course covers all aspects of managing a construction project from working with contractors to preparing tender documents. You could also think about a Diploma of Building and Construction (Management).
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Here are some potential career pathways within civil construction and construction management. 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
Construction Management
Building Supervisor
Quantity Surveyor
$1,730 weekly pay
Site Supervisor
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