Occupation Description

Skill Level: -
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include: -

• assists professional builders in the planning and organising of building projects, arranges supplies of building materials and equipment, and directs the progress of building work
• interprets building plans, building regulations and codes of practice
• calculates building costs and estimates completion times to prepare tenders and to support contract bids and contract variations
• draws up detailed programs for site works and coordination of tradespersons
• inspects building work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and regulations and that proper techniques and materials are used
• negotiates with subcontractors and others on commercial and technical matters
• keeps records of building progress and departures from design drawings or specifications
• makes reports to builders and architects
• may supervise or coordinate the work of sub-contractors, tradespersons and other workers
• may perform building work

Specialisations: -
Building Construction Supervisor
Building Estimator
Clerk of Works