A building technician may perform the following tasks:

• provide skilled assistance to builders and construction managers by interpreting and carrying out directions for planning and organizing building projects
• interpret building plans, regulations and codes of practice to direct progress of the work, making sure that specifications and regulations are followed and proper methods and materials are used
• calculate costs and estimate completion times to prepare tenders
• arrange supplies of material and equipment
• draw up detailed programs for site works and the coordination of building workers
• record building progress and variations from the design drawings or specifications
• negotiate with subcontractors and report to builders and architects.