Civil Construction

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Building Estimator

A Building Estimator calculates costs, materials, labour, and equipment for construction projects, manages budgets, and liaises with industry professionals while meeting regulations.

Avg yearly income $99,996
Skill level Advanced

Construction Supervisor

Construction Supervisors oversee projects, ensuring progress and safety, while organising materials and workers, requiring strong leadership skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Site Foreman

A Site Foreman supervises construction activities, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to safety standards while coordinating resources and tasks.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

Building Contractor

Building Contractors oversee construction projects, managing teams, budgets, and schedules while ensuring safety and building standards compliance.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Construction Manager

Construction Managers oversee projects, ensuring timely, budget-friendly completion while managing finances and leading teams.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Managers ensure site safety, quality, and budget adherence, requiring strong communication and leadership skills.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Construction Estimator

Construction Estimators calculate project costs, requiring strong time management, communication skills, and the ability to plan for various factors.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Traffic Controller

A Traffic Controller manages vehicle and pedestrian flow during roadworks or events, using signs or lights to ensure safe and efficient traffic movement.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Civil Draftsperson

A Civil Drafter creates detailed technical drawings for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Unknown

Road Marker

A Road Marker applies markings to surfaces, prepares roads, operates equipment, follows plans, and works outdoors with attention to detail and safety.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Pipelayer

A Pipelayer installs and connects piping for water, sewerage, and stormwater systems, ensuring all work meets industry standards.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

Excavator Operator

An Excavator Operator uses excavation equipment to break up and move dirt and rock, leveling ground for various construction projects.

Avg yearly income $80,600
Skill level Unknown

Steel Fixer

Steel Fixers position and secure steel for concrete, cutting, bending, and welding as needed while working outdoors and in teams.

Avg yearly income $73,112
Skill level Unknown

Construction Labourer

Construction Labourers assist on-site by preparing areas, loading materials, and performing manual tasks, requiring physical fitness and teamwork.

Avg yearly income $67,548
Skill level Unknown

General Labourer

A General Labourer performs manual tasks on construction sites, requiring physical fitness, teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Rigger

A Rigger moves heavy equipment using ropes and pulleys on construction sites, ensuring safety and teamwork while solving problems effectively.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Construction Worker

A Construction Worker completes various tasks on-site, including moving materials, preparing areas, and working as part of a team to ensure safety.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Unknown

Grader Operator

A Grader Operator levels surfaces, spreads materials, and creates access roads on construction sites, focusing on safety, teamwork, and flexibility.

Avg yearly income $85,020
Skill level Unknown

Loader Operator

A Loader Operator moves materials on-site using various machinery, ensuring safety, teamwork, and time management, with roles in industries like forestry and mining.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Road Construction Worker

A Road Construction Worker builds and repairs roads by operating machinery, transporting materials, and performing earthworks, often in tough outdoor conditions.

Avg yearly income $71,760
Skill level Unknown

Building Consultant

A Building Consultant advises on compliance and safety in construction projects, assessing plans and inspections to ensure quality standards are met.

Avg yearly income $80,964
Skill level Unknown

Concreter

Concreters lay concrete for various projects, ensuring surfaces are level and may specialise in decorative features, requiring teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Mobile Crane Operator

A Mobile Crane Operator safely lifts and moves materials on construction sites, collaborating closely with colleagues to follow instructions.

Avg yearly income $85,800
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in civil construction

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CPC50220

Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Blended, On Campus, Online
11 - 24 months
$0 - $19,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Supervisor Site Foreman
Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Construction Estimator Building Contractor Building Supervisor
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Construction Estimator Building Contractor Building Supervisor + 5 more
CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Blended, On Campus, Online
7 - 18 months
$0 - $11,986
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Supervisor Site Foreman
Construction Project Manager Construction Estimator Building Supervisor Building Contractor
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Construction Project Manager Construction Estimator Building Supervisor Building Contractor + 4 more
CPC40320

Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator)
Online
12 months
$0 - $5,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Contractor Contract Administrator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Contractor Contract Administrator
CPC40320

Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)
Blended, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $9,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Estimator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Estimator
CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction
Blended, On Campus, Online
16 months
$9,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Builders Labourer Construction Supervisor Site Foreman
Building Contractor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Builders Labourer Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Building Contractor + 1 more
RII60520

Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
Online
12 months
$13,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Engineering Technician Civil Designer Civil Draftsperson
Draftsperson Construction Project Manager Site Supervisor Structural Designer Structural Modeller Civil Modeller Structural Drafter
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Engineering Technician Civil Designer Civil Draftsperson Draftsperson Construction Project Manager Site Supervisor Structural Designer Structural Modeller Civil Modeller Structural Drafter + 7 more
CPC50320

Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Online
12 months
$6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Construction Manager
Construction Project Manager Building Supervisor
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Building Supervisor + 2 more
CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management)
Blended, Online
6 - 12 months
$850 - $9,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Site Foreman Construction Manager Building Supervisor
Construction Supervisor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Site Foreman Construction Manager Building Supervisor Construction Supervisor + 1 more
BSB50820

Diploma of Project Management (Specialising in Construction)
Online
12 months
$4,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Construction Supervisor
Site Foreman
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Construction Supervisor Site Foreman + 1 more
CPC30720

Certificate III in Rigging
On Campus
12 months
$9,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rigger
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rigger
CPC20220

Certificate II in Construction Pathways
On Campus
4 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer General Labourer Footpath Sweeper
Street Cleaner Builders Labourer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer General Labourer Footpath Sweeper Street Cleaner Builders Labourer + 2 more
52896WA

Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering (Materials Testing)
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Civil Engineering Technician Laboratory Technician
Draftsperson Civil Draftsperson
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Civil Engineering Technician Laboratory Technician Draftsperson Civil Draftsperson + 2 more
RII60620

Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
Online, Traineeship
18 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Contractor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Contractor
RII50420

Diploma of Civil Construction Management
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 15 months
$0 - $12,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Manager
RII40720

Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision)
Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $4,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman
TLI30122

Certificate III in Mobile Crane Operations
On Campus, Traineeship
18 - 36 months
$0 - $1,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mobile Crane Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mobile Crane Operator
RII40720

Certificate IV in Civil Construction
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $6,725
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Construction Manager Site Foreman
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Construction Manager Site Foreman
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 36 months
$0 - $17,030
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Grader Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Grader Operator
RII20120

Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 10 weeks
$0 - $6,045
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer General Labourer Builders Labourer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer General Labourer Builders Labourer
CPC60220

Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
9 - 24 months
$0 - $24,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Building Contractor
Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Site Supervisor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Building Contractor Construction Manager Construction Project Manager Site Supervisor + 3 more
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