Construction Manager

As a Construction Manager, you work with clients to plan and oversee the construction of residential and commercial building projects, or on civil engineering projects such as bridges and railways.

You manage resources, people, services and materials to get construction projects completed on time and on budget. Work is onsite at a construction project.

You need to build strong relationships with a variety of people.

Income Guide

$145,000

Desirable Skills

Managing multiple activities, people and budgets • Communicating clearly • Solving problems • Keeping things organised • Attention to detail • Working calmly under pressure

A typical day may involve:

  • Interpreting architectural drawings and documents
  • Estimating what is needed for a job, including materials, machinery and resources
  • Coordinating and managing workers and subcontractors
  • Submitting building plans to local authorities
  • Purchasing materials and equipment
  • Consulting with architects, engineers and other relevant professionals
  • Arranging building inspections
  • Meeting building legislation requirements and safety and environmental standards

Qualifications

  • Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
  • Diploma of Building Studies
  • Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
  • Undergraduate Certificate Construction Management
  • Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

Career Pathways

  • Senior Construction Manager
  • Project Director
  • Operations Manager
  • General Manager
  • Business Owner (Contractors Licence)

“Great construction managers turn plans on paper into the buildings and infrastructure that shape our cities.”

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