• You want to turn building project ideas into reality, solve challenges, and create lasting structures.
• You want to be part of the leadership team of building projects.
• You want to support complex building projects through high-level coordination / administration and communication.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must: 

• Display your ability to communicate and negotiate with others.
• Be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Be able to lead teams and motivate others.
• Show compliance with WHS and risk management.
• Be methodical with an attention to detail.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and adaptability.
• Show self-motivation with a positive attitude.
• Be proficient in digital skills and use of digital platforms for research, coordination, collaboration and communication.

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to effectively develop and action a building contract management plan and its key inclusions. It is designed to meet the needs of Building Project professionals and Contract Administrators working on small to medium building projects. This includes practical and strategic aspects of contract administration, effective management of project compliance, timelines and stakeholder relationships.

Training is provided in the areas of construction contract fundamentals, development of a streamlined contract administration process, project risk management, building application and approval process as well as understanding building plans and specifications, including managing construction materials, applying building codes and standards.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on campus and/or online as outlined in your training plan; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research, and complete assessment requirements.

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary to keep a project moving forward.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
  • Design and produce business documents and spreadsheets
  • Lead workplace relationships and teams
  • Arrange building applications and approvals
  • Apply building codes and standards
  • Project risk management
  • Construction contracts and contract law
  • Manage construction materials for building projects
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning. Gain the confidence to use digital platforms for research, communication, and project administration work.
• Leadership Behaviours – Build strong working relationships, lead teams, and learn how to network and engage in activities that builds teams.
• Adaptability – You will learn how to adjust and reprioritise tasks based on real life scenarios where projects variations influence timelines, and this will increase your flexibility in the workplace.
• Professional conduct – You will learn how to follow workplace policies, when to seek guidance and how to reflect on our own performance to continuously grow and improve.