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• Formulate reports concerning work progress, costs and scheduling to ensure that the project is completed on time and within budget
• Liaise with Periti and staff from government authorities, including health and safety inspectors and building inspectors
• Ensure construction work is being carried out in accordance with building regulations
• Investigate reports of damage at construction sites to ensure proper procedures are being carried out
• Be involved in the recruitment and selection of workers and sub-contractors
• Assist in the preparation and submission of tender bids
Work environment
Construction Managers are typically employed by building contractors, construction companies, turnkey contractors, architecture and project management firms and other businesses that deal with the construction of homes and other buildings in the private sector.
Construction Managers typically work on a full-time basis. The role involves being on call and working during weekends may be required in order to meet project deadlines. Although Construction Managers typically work from a main office, regular on-site visits and meetings with clients may be required to monitor the project. For those working on multiple projects, frequent travel between sites is required.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Construction Managers typically have extensive work experience in the building and construction sector in other supervisory, technical or trade roles. Alternatively, training programmes which may provide the opportunity to gain the required skills include:
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Engineering (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Building Services Engineering (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Engineering (Civil Engineering) (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Built Environment Studies (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Master of Science in Project Management (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master of Engineering (Structural Engineering) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master of Engineering (Engineering with Management) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Number of employees (2017)
171
Share of foreigners (2017)
32%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+16%
Median Pay (per annum)
€20,000
Occupational Handbook 2018
61