Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction CPC60220
Large scale construction projects require strategic planning, leadership, and advanced management skills.
High rise buildings involve complex engineering systems, multiple consultants, and significant financial risk.
The qualification designed for these responsibilities is the Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) CPC60220.
Through Recognition of Prior Learning, senior construction professionals can obtain this qualification by demonstrating their expertise gained from major projects.
What the Advanced Diploma Covers
The Advanced Diploma focuses on the leadership and strategic management of construction projects.
Competency areas include:
- large scale project planning
- financial risk management
- construction law and compliance
- procurement strategy
- project leadership
Units of competency Assessed in RPL
Assessors evaluate evidence across multiple high level competencies.
10 units of competency: 4 core units and 6 elective units
Core Units
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BSBWHS516: Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation’s WHS management system
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CPCCBC6001: Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects
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CPCCBC6003: Establish, maintain and review contract administration procedures and frameworks
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CPCCBC6018: Manage processes for complying with legal obligations of a building or construction contractor
Elective Units
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CPCCBC5010: Manage construction work
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CPCCBC6005: Manage tender developments for major projects
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CPCCBC6013: Evaluate concrete performance for multi-storey buildings
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CPCCBC6014: Apply structural principles to the construction of large, high rise and complex buildings
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CPCCBC6016: Assess construction faults in large building projects
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CPCCBC6017: Evaluate services layout and connection methods for the planning of large building projects
Evidence Required for Advanced Diploma RPL
Assessors expect evidence from large scale construction projects.
Examples include:
- high rise project documentation
- construction programs
- consultant coordination records
- financial management documentation
- procurement documentation
The assessor must be satisfied that the candidate has demonstrated competency across complex projects.
Who the Advanced Diploma is Designed For
Typical candidates include:
- senior project managers
- construction directors
- development managers
- experienced builders managing major projects
These professionals already operate at a strategic level within construction organisations.
Advantages of the RPL Pathway
For senior professionals, returning to traditional study is rarely practical.
RPL allows them to:
- gain formal recognition for years of experience
- strengthen professional credibility
- document their expertise within a recognised qualification framework
Technical Qualifications for a QBCC Builder Open Licence
The QBCC Builder Open licence represents the highest level of builder licensing in Queensland.
It allows construction professionals to undertake building work on all classes of buildings, including high rise developments.
Because of the scale and complexity of these projects, the qualification and experience requirements are the most demanding.
What the Builder Open Licence Covers
The Open Builder licence allows building work on:
- all building classes
- residential towers
- high rise commercial developments
- large scale mixed use projects
It also allows preparation of plans for projects you personally construct.
Required Technical Qualification
Applicants typically require:
Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Qualification code: CPC60220
This qualification focuses on:
- high rise structural systems
- large scale project management
- financial management of construction projects
- advanced contract administration
- strategic construction planning
The Advanced Diploma reflects the responsibilities involved in managing large construction operations.
Experience Requirements for builder licence open
Applicants must demonstrate substantial construction experience.
Typically this includes:
- 4 years experience in open class building work
or - 2 years experience if holding a trade qualification
The majority of experience must involve projects consistent with the open licence scope.
Low rise and medium rise projects may contribute but cannot form the majority.
Types of Experience QBCC Evaluates
QBCC assesses experience across three areas:
Supervisory Experience
- supervising structural trades
- coordinating subcontractors
- managing safety compliance
Administrative Experience
- managing project documentation
- administering contracts
- coordinating inspections
Management Experience
- scheduling construction stages
- financial project management
- resolving construction issues
Referee Verification
The QBCC checks referees to make sure they have the right qualifications and licence for the experience being assessed. They also look at relationship between the referee and the builder on-site to ensure the reference is credible.
Referees must:
- hold a licence equal or higher than the one being applied for
- was a qualified builder or principal contractor on the project and was actively licensed as a builder at the time
- can confirm your onsite experience by signing the referee declaration
Financial Requirements
For an Open Builder licence, applicants must demonstrate they meet QBCC Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR).
This confirms the business has the financial capacity to manage large scale construction projects.
Why Builders Aim for an Open Licence
The Open Builder licence unlocks the highest level of opportunity in the Queensland construction industry.
Benefits include:
- ability to construct high rise buildings
- access to larger development contracts
- greater commercial credibility
- full operational independence
Many developers require builders to hold an Open licence before awarding major contracts.
The Builder Open licence represents the peak of builder licensing in Queensland.
To obtain it, applicants must demonstrate:
- advanced construction qualifications
- extensive project experience
- financial capacity
For construction professionals aiming to lead major developments, the Open licence is the final step.
What qualification is needed for a QBCC Builder Open licence?
The most common qualification is the Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) CPC60220.
This qualification prepares builders to manage complex construction projects including high rise buildings and large commercial developments.
What projects can an Open Builder licence cover?
An Open Builder licence allows building work on all classes of buildings, including:
- residentialhigh risebuildings
- commercial towers
- large scale developments.
This is the highest builder licence class in Queensland.
How much experience is required for an Open Builder licence?
QBCC generally requires:
- 4 years relevant experiencein open class construction
or - 2 years experience if you hold a trade qualification such as carpentry or bricklaying.
Most of the experience must relate to open licence building work.
Do I need referees for my builder licence application?
Yes. QBCC requires referee reports to verify your experience. Referees should:
- hold a licence equal to or higher than the licence you are applying for
• confirm your role and supervisory experience on construction projects.
Do I need to meet financial requirements for a builder licence?
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate they meet QBCC Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR) by submitting a financial declaration or MFR report with their licence application.
This confirms that the builder has the financial capacity to manage construction projects.
Do I need the full advanced diploma of building and construction to apply QBCC builder site supervisor licence open?
No. Applicants only need to complete 4 units from the full advanced diploma.
- Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects CPCCBC6001;
- Manage processes for complying with legal obligations of a building or construction contractor CPCCBC6018;
- Apply structural principles to the construction of large, high rise and complex buildings CPCCBC6014;
- Assess construction faults in large building projects CPCCBC6016;