CPCCBC5005- Select and manage building and construction contractors

CPCCBC5005 – Select and manage building and construction contractors (Release 2)

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select and manage building and construction contractors. It includes identifying and quantifying project resource needs and engaging with contractors to determine contract conditions and evaluating their performance.

This unit of competency applies to builders and senior managers within building and construction firms and other construction industry personnel who engage and manage various contractors with diverse occupations.

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 CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

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Description

CPC – Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Unit of Competency.

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  • Learner Guide
  • Learner Guide With Images
  • Learner Assessment Workbook, including:
    • Written/Verbal Questions
    • Element Practical Assessments
    • Whole Unit Practical Assessment
    • Observation Checklists
  • Assessor Guide
  • Assessment Mapping Document
  • PowerPoint
  • Delivery Session Plan
  • Assessment Validation Template
  • RPL Kit (Additional Cost)

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CPC - Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

The CPC – Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package provides nationally recognised qualifications for the building and construction industry. It covers competencies in residential and commercial construction, plumbing, project management, estimating, work health and safety, and specialist trades. The package supports apprentices, tradespeople and supervisors working across construction sites, civil projects and building services environments.

Jobs in this industry include:

  • Carpenter
  • Plumber
  • Electrician (Building Services)
  • Bricklayer
  • Concreter
  • Tiler (Wall and Floor)
  • Building and Construction Supervisor
  • Construction Estimator
  • Waterproofing Technician
  • Civil Construction Worker

Examples of qualifications in this training package:  

  • CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
  • CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
  • CPC30820 Certificate III in Roof Tiling
  • CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
  • CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing
  • CPC32720 Certificate III in Gas Fitting
  • CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
  • CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
  • CPC50320 Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
  • CPC50620 Diploma of Hydraulic Services Design

Examples of skill sets in this training package:  

  • CPCSS00006 Apply BIM Processes to Construction Work
  • CPCSS00008 Lift and Place Prefabricated Concrete Elements Skill Set
  • CPCSS00009 Inspect the Erection of Prefabricated Concrete Elements Skill Set
  • CPCSS00010 Design Waterproofing Skill Set
  • CPCSS00011 Design and Survey Waterproofing Skill Set

Examples of units of competency in this training package:  

  • CPCCBC4014 Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
  • CPCCBC4020 Build thermally efficient and sustainable structures
  • CPCBC4026 Arrange building applications and approvals
  • CPCCBC4026 Construct masonry structural systems
  • CPCCBC6002 Generate and direct the development of new projects
  • CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
  • CPCCCM3002 Operate a truck-mounted loading crane
  • CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work
  • CPCCCO2014 Carry out concrete work
  • CPCCCO4001 Supervise concreting work

Construction and plumbing roles in Australia have strong demand, driven by infrastructure projects, housing growth and ongoing maintenance needs. Skilled trades remain in short supply, particularly in regional areas, supporting stable employment and competitive wages across residential, commercial and civil sectors.

Key roles and approximate annual salaries:

  • Carpenter – $75,000–$95,000
  • Plumber – $80,000–$110,000
  • Electrician – $85,000–$110,000
  • Construction Supervisor – $100,000–$130,000
  • Construction Estimator – $90,000–$120,000

Types of Work Locations

People in the Construction, Plumbing and Services industry commonly work in:

  • Residential building sites
  • Commercial construction sites
  • High-rise developments
  • Civil infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, tunnels)
  • Industrial construction sites
  • Plumbing and drainage worksites
  • Maintenance and renovation sites
  • Mining and resources construction projects
  • Building service plant rooms
  • Prefabrication and modular construction facilities
  • Workshops and fabrication yards
  • Government infrastructure projects

Locations Where Jobs Are Carried Out

Construction and plumbing roles are available across all states and territories, particularly in growth corridors and infrastructure regions.  Places include:

  • Sydney, New South Wales
  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Brisbane, Queensland
  • Perth, Western Australia
  • Adelaide, South Australia
  • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
  • Hobart, Tasmania
  • Darwin, Northern Territory

Regional & Industry-Specific Areas

  • Newcastle – infrastructure and civil projects
  • Geelong – residential and industrial builds
  • Townsville – defence and civil construction
  • Karratha – mining and resource construction
  • Mount Gambier – regional construction projects

Employment exists wherever residential, commercial, civil and infrastructure development occurs across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia.