Duration
1 year (52 weeks)
Course Description
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of estimators and schedulers and or contract administrators in the building and construction field who may have responsibility for the preparation of estimates from predetermined rates, processing of subcontractor claims and preparation of head and subcontracts for building and construction works.
Occupational titles may include:
- Building estimator
- Building scheduler
- Contract administrator
The qualification packaging enables two specialised occupational outcomes depending on elective options which will be reflected as:
- Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)
- Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator)
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit
Career Outcomes
Building Estimator
Building Estimators prepare cost estimates and plans, audit projects, manage construction costs and administer construction contracts for all levels and types of construction.
Building Contract Administrator
Building Contract Administrators organise all aspects of building contract work. This may include contract preparation; selection, buying and storage of materials; submission of plans to local authorities; arranging inspections of building work; arranging delivery times of materials to coincide with various stages of the building process and co-ordinating the preparation and payment of accounts.
Building Scheduler
Building Schedulers plan timetables and milestones for construction projects. They arrange and ensure construction materials are ordered and delivered on time; set the sequence of construction activities; and adapt project schedules to delays or unforseen circumstances.
CRICOS Details
Certificate IV in Building Project Support is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by TAFE SA in 040303 - Building Construction Management.
- CRICOS course code: 104670H
- Provider: TAFE SA
- Course level: Certificate IV
- Study level: VET
- Field of education: 040303 - Building Construction Management
- National qualification code: CPC40320
- Dual qualification: No
- Foundation studies: No
- Work component: No
- Course language: English
- Duration: 1 year (52 weeks)
- Locations: CLOVELLY PARK, SA
This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.