Career
Construction Manager
Construction
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Career stats
Weekly pay
$3,497
Prospects
Medium
Employed in Australia
123,300
Growth
Decline
Overview
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.
Job Titles
Job Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- 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
Training & Qualifications
Vocational education & training (VET)
- Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
- Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Industry
Construction
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