Building and construction is one of the largest industries in Australia, employing thousands of people every year. It’s an exciting industry to be a part of, with leaders and managers particularly in need. Depending on which pathway you choose, a building and construction course can give you the foundations you need to become a licensed builder, or prepare you for senior management roles in the industry, setting you up for long-term success.
The building and construction industry is responsible for commercial and residential construction, infrastructure, roads and bridges, hospitals, schools, warehouses, and more. It is a significant driver of the economy, and as Australia’s population expands, jobs in this industry will only grow, and construction professionals will be in higher demand.
Working in the construction industry requires a specific set of both interpersonal and hands-on skills, the ability to work within a team and a diverse group of people, and technical knowledge. It also requires a person who is a problem-solver, can balance different priorities, and can work well under pressure.
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A qualification in construction management at the College for Adult Learning will prepare you for a management career in this exciting industry. Learn how to juggle the many managerial responsibilities of a construction manager such as coordinating with subcontractors, legal codes, and completing projects on time. Construction managers are sought after nationally and enjoy job security, good pay, and strong career progression.
Certificates in estimation, contract administration, and site management will put you straight into entry-level management positions in building and construction, giving you the chance to get off the tools and onto a new career path, while the Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Building) (CPC40120) is often the starting point for a builder’s license.
Study building and construction at CAL in your own time with our flexible, online study options. Our courses allow you to build upon your experience while also gaining a nationally recognised qualification.
Develop your building and construction knowledge to confidently manage and review contracts, prepare specifications for all construction work, and negotiate and communicate with subcontractors. With this certificate, you’ll have the ability to ensure building sites meet legal requirements and understand commercial and legal requirements relating to contracts.
Develop valuable estimating, scheduling and project planning skills. You’ll be confident in estimating project costs, materials, equipment and labour requirements while ensuring projects continue running on budget and to schedule.
Develop valuable project management, risk management, and work health and safety skills. You’ll be confident in anticipating project costs, labour requirements and managing construction plans while overseeing small residential and commercial construction sites.
Develop your building and construction knowledge to manage projects, risks, and work health and safety on construction sites. You’ll be confident in reading project plans, negotiating contracts and understanding and applying building codes and standards to small residential and commercial construction sites.
Designed for those wanting to specialise in construction and move into senior construction project management positions. You'll develop skills to become an effective building and construction project manager with in-demand construction contract development and project management know-how in this online course.
Develop your management skills and become a confident construction manager with essential building and project management skills in this construction management online course.
The Diploma of Project Management online has been designed in consultation with industry experts to develop skills for dealing with time and cost constraints to managing human resources and communicating with stakeholders.
Develop your building and construction knowledge to confidently manage and review contracts, prepare specifications for all construction work, and negotiate and communicate with subcontractors. With this certificate, you’ll have the ability to ensure building sites meet legal requirements and understand commercial and legal requirements relating to contracts.
Develop valuable estimating, scheduling and project planning skills. You’ll be confident in estimating project costs, materials, equipment and labour requirements while ensuring projects continue running on budget and to schedule.
Develop valuable project management, risk management, and work health and safety skills. You’ll be confident in anticipating project costs, labour requirements and managing construction plans while overseeing small residential and commercial construction sites.
Develop your building and construction knowledge to manage projects, risks, and work health and safety on construction sites. You’ll be confident in reading project plans, negotiating contracts and understanding and applying building codes and standards to small residential and commercial construction sites.
Designed for those wanting to specialise in construction and move into senior construction project management positions. You'll develop skills to become an effective building and construction project manager with in-demand construction contract development and project management know-how in this online course.
Develop your management skills and become a confident construction manager with essential building and project management skills in this construction management online course.
The Diploma of Project Management online has been designed in consultation with industry experts to develop skills for dealing with time and cost constraints to managing human resources and communicating with stakeholders.
Many people who study a course in Building and Construction Management already have experience in the industry. Whether this is through working as an apprentice and working your way up, or working directly leadership and management positions. Our Building and Construction courses are perfect for those ready to go off the tools and start their career in this exciting industry.
A Building and Construction course can open many doors for you. Our online Building and Construction courses can set you up for both entry-level and senior management positions such as:
Building and Construction courses are designed to equip you with the skills crucial to succeed in the highly competitive but rewarding Construction Management industry. You will learn a range of soft and hard skills such as:
Worksite coordination and management
Stakeholder and resource management
WHS risk management
Understanding legal obligations and applicable codes and standards
A Diploma course can take approximately 12 months to complete if studying full-time, Certificate IV courses can be as short as 10 months full-time, while you should expect around 18 months to complete an Advanced Diploma.
The duration of your qualification is also dependent on how many hours you put in each week to study, however at CAL all students are offered a generous 24-month enrolment period to complete their Construction Management qualifications at their own pace.
Building and Construction Management courses are a perfect fit for online and self-paced study. By learning at your own pace, you’re not held back by the speed of the classroom and you have the freedom to pause and pick up your studies around your own schedule.
Whether you’re looking to upskill, change careers or kick start a new pathway, studying Building and Construction Management online is a smart choice to earn the practical skills you need to excel paired with the flexibility to study when and where it suits you.
The best Building and Construction courses to study are vocational qualifications. If you’re looking to get off the tools and start in management, a Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management) (CPC40320) is the perfect starting point. Those already in management and looking to upskill will find that their best choice is the Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) (CPC50320).
Getting qualified with a Nationally Recognised course demonstrates a level of skill that employers can rely on, with the right combination of practical skills and interpersonal capabilities to move up the career ladder and apply your knowledge in a variety of roles and sectors relating to Building and Construction Management.
Getting a Site Manager role in the Building and Construction industry is a key first step in your career. Studying a Site Management course will give you the foundation skills you need to kickstart your career and apply practical skills like worksite coordination and effective liaison skills straight into your job. With a few years experience, the right set of hands-on skills and a recognised Building and Construction qualification, you can look to make the move into becoming a Construction Manager, or other managerial roles in the industry.
Becoming a Construction Project Manager usually needs at least a Diploma-level qualification coupled with a few years’ experience to be taken seriously in the industry. A Building and Construction course will teach the relevant technical skills and know-how like project planning and delivery and WHS management, as well as the transferable people and business management skills essential for getting ahead in the building and construction industry. Industry experience is strongly recommended, with most professionals having two years of experience before undertaking a Construction Management Diploma.
The average salary for management in the industry
9%
Job growth over the next 5 years
38%
Percentage of managers with at least a Diploma qualification
Your future in Building and Construction
A building and construction career is a challenging, but deeply rewarding choice for those ready to upskill and step into a senior role, or take the reins and become a registered builder.
Becoming a building and construction management professional will see you working on a range of construction sites and handling many different managerial responsibilities like liaising with stakeholders and ensuring contracts and schedules are being met.
To succeed in a career in building and construction, you’ll need interpersonal skills such as strong communication and team leadership. Building and construction also suits those with strong problem-solving and project management skills. These skills will set you apart to employers, and see you succeed in your new role.
Building and construction qualifications can help you gain these valuable skills and more, and put you on the right career path. Find out more about the range of building and construction management courses available at the College for Adult Learning and get ready to start your new career.
