Certificate IV & Diploma Courses

CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator)

The CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator) stream is designed for individuals who want to develop the knowledge and skills required to work in contract administration roles within the building and construction industry. This qualification equips learners to assist with contract documentation, compliance, and administration processes that are critical to the smooth delivery of construction projects.

Students will gain expertise in:

  • Preparing and reviewing contract documentation.
  • Assisting with tenders, variations, and progress claims.
  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Interpreting building plans, specifications, and project documentation.
  • Communicating with project managers, subcontractors, and clients to support efficient project delivery.

This stream is ideal for those with a background in construction, administration, or project support who are seeking to transition into contract administration and project coordination roles.

Career Outcomes

  • Contract Administrator
  • Project Support Officer
  • Project Administrator
  • Site Clerk / Project Clerk

Pathways

Graduates may progress to the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building/Management) or the Diploma of Project Management, enabling further career opportunities in senior project, site, or business management roles.

Essential Information

  • Rolling intake
  • Flexible and supportive delivery options:
    • Virtual Classroom
    • Face to Face Classroom
    • Self-Paced
  • CSQ Funding available
  • Trainer led classrooms

Why study this course?

  • Build specialist skills in construction contract administration.
  • Learn to support tenders, progress claims, and compliance.
  • Gain valuable skills for roles across construction project teams.
  • Improve career opportunities in project support and administration.
  • Pathway to Diploma-level qualifications in construction or project management.

 

Pathways

Technical Pathway

  • Graduates may progress to the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building/Management) or the Diploma of Project Management, enabling further career opportunities in senior project, site, or business management roles.

Career and Employment Pathways

  • Contract Administrator
  • Project Support Officer
  • Project Administrator
  • Site Clerk / Project Clerk

Participants in this program should be currently employed in the building and construction industry, and holding a Certificate III trade qualification or equivalent, will be of benefit.

What do I need

  1. Laptop
  2. Microsoft Office Suite plus Adobe Acrobat Reader
  3. Industry experience 

Structure

15 units of competency:

2 core units
13 elective units

Core Units

CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4014 Prepare simple building sketches and drawings

Elective Units

CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4005 Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4006 Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4007 Plan building or construction work
CPCCBC4013 Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
CPCCBC4017 Arrange resources and prepare for the building and construction project
CPCCBC4021 Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
CPCCBC4026 Arrange building applications and approvals
CPCCBC4031 Process client requirements
CPCCBC4052 (Recording) Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry
BSBPMG422 Apply project quality management techniques

This course has a rolling intake.

Once all documentation has been provided and your enrolment has been completed you are encouraged to start as soon as possible!

We require that you complete a minimum of 2 units of competency per month to meet progression requirements.

Join us on a Tuesday night (5.30pm-8pm) via our Virtual Classroom (ZOOM)

Join us on a Thursday night (5.30pm-8pm) for our face-to-face classroom at our Currumbin campus

Or work on the units self paced, in your own time, when it suits you!

We offer the flexibility for you to chose to do this course via one or more of the delivery modes listed – whatever works for you, your work and other commitments!

Check your eligibility for CSQ Funding via our online eligibility checker

We have a range of flexible payment options please contact us on 07 5669 9000 to find out more.

Course Information

  • Rolling intake
  • Flexible and supportive delivery options:
    • Virtual Classroom
    • Face to Face Classroom
    • Self-Paced
  • CSQ Funding available
  • Trainer led classrooms