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Level 6 NVQ Diploma
Construction Site Management

This qualification is competence-based and assessed at the place of work, suitable if they are mainly site-based involved in the construction phase plan, and acting as the Principal Contractor.
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Level 6 NVQ Diploma
Construction Site Management

About This Qualification

Qualification title
Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management

Occupation
Site Manager

The Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is for those in a site management role looking to prove their competence. The qualification will develop knowledge and skills in areas such as developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace, evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace, and establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace.

Level 6 NVQ Diploma Construction Site Management

Eligible For Grant & Funding

This NVQ is eligible to claim the CITB Short Qualification Grant. If you are a CITB-registered employer and up-to-date with your Levy returns, then £1500 can be claimed upon completion of the NVQ.
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Duration: 2 to 3 visits

Location: On-site assessment and/or remote

Cost: Price on calling

Dates: On-site assessment

Accreditation: OFQUAL Certification

Occupation: Construction Site Manager Construction Engineering, Construction Site Manager Contracting

  • CITB Short Qualification Grant Eligible
  • CITB Skills & Training Fund Eligible
  • CITB Employer Networks Eligible

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Delegates completed their NVQs with us in 2024

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Eligible for CITB Short Qualification Grant

Qualification Structure

Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete 209 credits from the Mandatory units.
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit Value
J3GY 79Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace38
J5X3 84Allocating Work and Monitoring People's Performance in the Workplace69
J5XF 83Contributing to the Identification of a Work Team in the Workplace58
J5XK 87Establishing, Implementing and Maintaining Organisational Systems for Managing Health, Safety, Welfare and Wellbeing in the Workplace716
J61K 84Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace617
J5XL 87Evaluating and Confirming Work Methods in the Workplace710
J5XM 87Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project in the Workplace716
J5XN 84Monitoring Project Activities in the Workplace68
J61L 87Ensuring That Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace716
J61X 83Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace58
J5XP 84Identifying and Maintaining Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace611
J61Y 84Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Quality Standards in the Workplace611
J61M 84Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Programmes in the Workplace611
J5X6 84Managing Your Personal Development in the Workplace69
J61N 84Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace69
J5XR 84Establishing Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace610
J61P 84Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace612
J5XS 84Evaluating Feedback and Making Recommendations in the Workplace68
J5XT 84Managing the Installation, Maintenance, Monitoring and Removal of Temporary Works in the Workplace612
Optional Units
Candidates must complete a minimum of 11 credits from 1 Optional unit.
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit Value
J5X4 83Enabling Learning Opportunities in the Workplace511
J5XJ 84Planning Activities to Traditional and Heritage Buildings and Structures in the workplace616
J623 87Planning Demolition Activities in the Workplace712
J5XW 84Planning and Scheduling the Maintenance Activities of Property, Services or Systems in the Workplace615
J5XX 84Managing the Project Handover in the Workplace612
J61R 84Planning Tunnelling Activities in the Workplace615
Additional Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit Value
J5X7 83Planning Highways Maintenance and Repair Activities in the Workplace512
J5XH 84Providing Customer Services in the Construction Workplace69
J5XG 83Supervising Activities to Traditional and Heritage Buildings and Structures in the Workplace516
J61V 84Supervising Tunnelling Activities in the Workplace615
J5XY 84Planning the Installation of Retrofit Works in the Workplace L/650/0967616
J5Y0 84Managing Installation, Commissioning and Handover of Retrofit Works in the Workplace616

Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete 215 credits from the Mandatory units.
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit Value
J3GY 79Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace38
J5X3 84Allocating Work and Monitoring People's Performance in the Workplace69
J5XF 83Contributing to the Identification of a Work Team in the Workplace58
J5XK 87Establishing, Implementing and Maintaining Organisational Systems for Managing Health, Safety, Welfare and Wellbeing in the Workplace716
J61K 84Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace617
J5XL 87Evaluating and Confirming Work Methods in the Workplace710
J5XM 87Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project in the Workplace716
J5XN 84Monitoring Project Activities in the Workplace68
J61L 87Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace716
J61X 83Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace58
J5XP 84Identifying and Maintaining Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace611
J61Y 84Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Quality Standards in the Workplace611
J61M 84Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Programmes in the Workplace T/650/1319 6 11 30 110611
J5X6 84Managing Your Personal Development in the Workplace69
J623 87Planning Demolition Activities in the Workplace712
J61N 84Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace69
J61P 84Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace612
J5XX 84Managing the Project Handover in the Workplace612
J5XT 84Managing the Installation, Maintenance, Monitoring and Removal of Temporary Works in the Workplace612
Optional Units
Candidates must complete a minimum of 8 credits from 1 Optional unit.
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit Value
J5X4 83Enabling Learning Opportunities in the Workplace511
J5XH 84Providing Customer Services in the Construction Workplace69
J5XJ 84Planning Activities to Traditional and Heritage Buildings and Structures in the Workplace616
J5XR 84Establishing Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace610
J5XS 84Evaluating Feedback and Making Recommendations in the Workplace68
J5XW 84Planning and Scheduling the Maintenance Activities of Property, Services or Systems in the Workplace615
J5XY 84Planning the Installation of Retrofit Works in the Workplace616
J5Y0 84Managing Installation, Commissioning and Handover of Retrofit Works in the Workplace616
Additional Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit Value
J5X7 83Planning Highways Maintenance and Repair Activities in the Workplace512
J5XG 83Supervising Activities to Traditional and Heritage Buildings and Structures in the Workplace516
J61V 84Supervising Tunnelling Activities in the Workplace615
J61R 84Planning Tunnelling Activities in the Workplace615

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions about this NVQ? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

The Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is a qualification designed to develop and recognise the skills, knowledge, and competence of individuals who work in construction site management. It is intended for those who are responsible for managing construction sites and overseeing the work of other professionals, such as architects, engineers, and contractors.

The entry requirements for the Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management vary depending on the training provider. However, typically, candidates will need to have relevant work experience in construction site management and hold a recognised qualification in a related field, such as the CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).

The NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is assessed through a combination of on-site assessment, evidence gathering, and observation of the candidate's work. The assessment is carried out by a qualified assessor, who will work with the candidate to compile a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates their competence in site management.

The NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is a recognised qualification in the construction industry and can help candidates advance their careers. It demonstrates that the candidate has the skills and knowledge required to manage a construction site effectively and safely, which can help improve their job prospects and earning potential.

Yes, you can be eligible for the CSCS Black card (Pathway 1) or CCDO card (Pathway 2) as long as you have completed the Managers and Professional Health and Safety Test within 2 years of applying for the card.

You can enquire about the NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management by contacting Workforce Skills Support today!

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