Overview
Building Technicians assist with essential building tasks such as building plans and designs, budget management, assessing building project progression and monitoring the quality of supplies.
Skills
- IT skills
- People skills
- Communication
- Creativity
- Organisation
- Attention to detail
Learning Style
Qualifications
There are a number of ways you can become building technician, as a minimum you will need 4 or more GCSEs grades A-C (9-4) and a minimum of 2 A Levels or BTEC equivalent.
Level 3
You can study a BTEC Subsidiary or Extended Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment or Civil Engineering; or an Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship in Built Environment Design or Civil Engineering.
Level 4, 5 & 6
You can study a HNC, HND, Higher Apprenticeship or Degree in Construction and the Built Environment, Civil Engineering or Surveying etc.
Salary
Newly trained building technicians can earn £17,000 – £20,000
Trained building technicians with some experience can earn £20,000 – £30,000
Senior, chartered or master building technicians can earn £30,000 – £40,000