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Unitec’s Construction Management programmes give you the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to plan, coordinate, and deliver building projects. It’s great preparation for a career as a site manager, construction manager, project manager or draftsmen.
You’ll learn how to:
- Develop and manage construction programmes
- Schedule and coordinate site activities
- Manage materials, machinery, and resources
- Work effectively with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders
Industry-focused learning
When you study Construction Management, you’ll also gain a strong understanding of best practice across the industry. You’ll learn:
- Why quality management systems matter
- How to plan and allocate resources effectively
- Current construction legislation and compliance requirements
Our programmes reflect current industry trends and integrate Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC). You’ll learn the fundamentals of BIM and VDC and how to apply them in real construction management contexts.
Programmes and study path
| PROGRAMME | LEVEL | DURATION | CAREER OPTIONS | START DATES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Construction | 4 | Full-time for 16-weeks or part-time options available | This programme prepares you for further study toward a career in construction | February or July |
| Bachelor of Construction (Construction Management) | 7 | Domestic students: Full-time study for the first two years is recommended, part-time study options are also available as negotiated on a case-by-case basis. International students: 3 years full-time. | Construction site manager Project manager Project planner Property developer | February or July |
| Graduate Diploma in Construction Project Management | 7 | Full-time for 1 year (including 2 x 2-week block courses per semester). Part-time options available. | Construction manager Project manager Site manager | February or July |
| Bachelor of Construction (Construction Economics) | 7 | Domestic students: Full-time study for the first two years is recommended, part-time study options are also available as negotiated on a case-by-case basis. International students: 3 years full-time. | Commercial manager Construction quantity surveyor Consultant quantity surveyor Project manager Property financial adviser | February or July |
| New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Construction Management) | 6 | Full-time for two years or part-time options available | Assistant construction manager Assistant Project Manager Construction Assistant Construction Co-ordinator Construction Management technician Construction Supervisor | February or July |
| New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology | 6 | Full-time for two years, or part-time options available | Architectural technician Architectural Technologist CAD technician Design draftsperson Design technician Draughtsperson | February or July |
Industry contacts and opportunities
At Unitec, we’re highly connected to the construction industry. Our strong relationships with Kiwi businesses help ensure our programmes stay current, relevant, and future-focused, while giving students access to:
- Industry mentors
- Research expertise
- Sponsorships and awards
- Employment and networking opportunities
Through our mentoring partnership with the New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB), Construction Management students can be matched with a senior construction manager for a year of professional mentoring. NZIOB also sponsors several student awards annually.
Our industry partners
We thank our industry partners for their continued support, including:
- Aspec
- Aurecon
- Beca
- Fletcher
- Hawkins Construction
- Jasmax
- Kalmar
- New Zealand Institute of Building
- NZStrong
- Rider Levett Bucknall
- Stephenson & Turner
