Construction Site Supervision (Building and Civil Engineering)

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision

Introduction:

The Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision is tailored for individuals seeking validation of their proficiency, knowledge, and capability in the role of supervising construction sites. It aligns with industry standards and serves as a benchmark for supervisory competence.

Course Overview:

This qualification signifies occupational competence in Construction Site Supervision, affirming learners' adeptness in this crucial role within the construction industry. It is a competency-based certification, signifying the learner's adeptness, knowledge, and capability to fulfill the responsibilities of this crucial role within the construction industry. Completion of this course assures employers, industry managers, and accrediting bodies of the learners' capability.

Course Benefits:

• Access to the CSCS Card
• Streamlined assessment process
• No exams or classroom-based elements
• Lifetime qualification validity
• Enhanced career prospects
• Fast track options available

Pre-requisites:

This qualification targets individuals currently working and seeking recognition for their prior learning and experience in the field. The Gold CSCS Cards

card signifies a higher level of proficiency and competency. To obtain this card, individuals must:

• Pass the CITB Specialist Supervision / Managers and Professional Test. To book, Click Here

Course Structure:

To attain this qualification, candidates must complete a set of mandatory units focusing on site management skills, health and safety regulations, team management, and operational planning within a construction context:

To achieve the qualification candidates must complete all Mandatory units and one optional unit

• Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace
• Implementing, maintaining and reviewing systems for health, safety, welfare, wellbeing and environmental protection in the workplace
• Assessing and agreeing work methods for carrying out site operations in the workplace
• Planning work activities and resources to meet project requirements in the workplace
• Coordinating control in the workplace
• Controlling work progress against agreed programmes in the workplace
• Allocating and monitoring the use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace
• Implementing communication systems for the projects in the workplace
• Controlling work against agreed quality standards in the workplace
• Contributing to the control of work quantities and costs in the workplace
• Maintaining supplies of materials to meet project requirements in the workplace
• Maintaining the dimensional accuracy of work in the workplace
• Coordinating preparation for site operations in the workplace
• Supervising the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace

Optional Units – ONE unit required

• Supervising the pre-installation planning for retrofit in the workplace
• Supervising the installation, commissioning an handover of retrofit works in the workplace
• Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace
• Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace
• Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace
• Supervising activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace
• Managing your personal development in the workplace

Assessment Process:

The qualification assessment involves compiling a portfolio of evidence that outlines the learner's activities, tasks, and achievements in the workplace. This evidence includes observations, professional discussions, witness testimony, and supporting documents. An assigned assessor guides the learner throughout the process, ensuring they meet the qualification's requirements and exhibit competence in their managerial role. Learners will demonstrate their competence by executing routine work activities proficiently, complying with industry standards, legal protocols, and company procedures. The assessment process verifies the learner's ability to interpret instructions accurately, manage resources effectively, and oversee construction sites to nationally recognized standards. It ensures they can complete tasks within specified timelines and according to prescribed specifications.

Recognition:

Supported by the CSCS Cards, this qualification is acknowledged by the industry. The CSCS Cards recognises skills, knowledge, understanding, competence, and qualifications in construction roles.

Next Steps:

Are you ready to progress as a certified as Competent Site Manager professional? For enrollment and further assistance, contact us at 0208 983 8800.

NVQ Funding eligibility and claim process: 

Eligibility for the CITB Grant scheme extends to all construction companies registered with CITB, encompassing smaller enterprises exempt from the levy (those with a wage bill below £80k). The grant applies to directly employed staff and subcontractors.

Claimable Amounts and Application Procedure: From April 1st, 2023, CITB registered companies can claim:

£600 for Level 2 NVQs

£1200 for Level 3-4 NVQs

£1500 for Level 6-7 NVQs

Upon NVQ completion, submitting a CITB Grant application form with necessary details and learners’ certificates to grant.claimforms@citb.co.uk initiates the claim process, typically taking around 4 weeks for processing.