What can you expect from working as a Construction Manager?

As a construction manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of a construction project. This includes interpreting blueprints, managing resources, coordinating teams, negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering projects on time and within budget. You'll work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure the project's success.

1. Interpret architectural drawings and specifications: Understand and communicate design requirements to the team.
2. Coordinate labour resources, and procurement and delivery of materials, plant, and equipment: Ensure adequate resources are available and delivered on time
3. Consult with architects, engineering professionals, and other professionals, and technical and trades workers: Collaborate with experts to ensure project success.
4. Negotiate with building owners, property developers, and subcontractors: Secure contracts and agreements that align with project goals.
5. Prepare tenders and contract bids: Develop proposals for construction projects.
6. Operate and implement coordinated work programs for sites: Create and manage schedules for project activities.
7. Ensure adherence to building legislation and standards of performance, quality, cost, and safety: Comply with regulations and maintain high standards.
8. Arrange submission of plans to local authorities: Obtain necessary permits and approvals.
9. Build under contract, or subcontracting specialised building services: Manage project execution or delegate specific tasks.
10. Oversee the standard and progress of subcontractors' work: Monitor quality and ensure deadlines are met.
11. Arrange building inspections by local authorities: Coordinate inspections to verify compliance.