Construction Managers
ANZSCO 1331
134,300
7%
11%
$3,751
42 yrs
Growing
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Construction Managers is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Building and Construction (Management), Certificate IV in Civil Infrastructure Asset Management, Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), and Graduate Certificate in Civil Construction Management.
Jobs and Skills Australia rates the job outlook as Growing.
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About this career
Construction Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the construction of civil engineering projects, buildings and dwellings, and the physical and human resources involved in building and construction.
What they typically do
- Interpreting architectural drawings and specifications
- Coordinating labour resources, and procurement and delivery of materials, plant and equipment
- Consulting with architects, engineering professionals and other professionals, and technical and trades workers
- Negotiating with building owners, property developers and subcontractors involved in the construction process to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
- Preparing tenders and contract bids
- Operating and implementing coordinated work programs for sites
- Ensuring adherence to building legislation and standards of performance, quality, cost and safety
- Arranging submission of plans to local authorities
- Building under contract, or subcontracting specialised building services
- Overseeing the standard and progress of subcontractors' work
- Arranging building inspections by local authorities
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Construction Managers.
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Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
CPC50320 · AQF 5 · 28 providers
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Certificate IV in Civil Infrastructure Asset Management
RII41421 · AQF 4 · 0 providers
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Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
CPC50220 · AQF 5 · 303 providers
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Graduate Certificate in Civil Construction Management
52924WA · AQF 8 · 1 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
CPC60220 · AQF 6 · 32 providers
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Certificate IV in Project Controls Practices
11399NAT · AQF 4 · 1 providers
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Diploma of Construction Project Management
11449NAT · AQF 5 · 0 providers