Construction Site Management NVQ Requirements
From all site management qualifications, the NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management is the most comprehensive, unit-heavy qualification for experienced site managers, typically with 5+ years in construction.
You are expected to have hands-on experience in organising and managing site setups, health and safety, progress meetings, resources, planning, quality control, and handover of large construction sites and projects.
Your main responsibilities include managing daily site operations, organising H&S, and supporting teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
During the assessment, you must demonstrate practical skills and knowledge of site management duties by providing evidence and examples from current or previous projects.
Your evidence should show your ability to:
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Control project costs and procurement and implement monitoring procedures
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Collect and analyse Health and Safety information, apply safe methods, and maintain H&S awareness and culture on site
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Develop work programmes and schedules for contractor activities and adjust them for the project duration
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Plan and organise work activities according to the project programme and allocate tasks to subcontractors and workforce
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Manage monitoring and reporting systems to track progress and minimise disruptions
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Organise, participate in, or chair regular site progress meetings
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Plan site layout for work activities, traffic, and resource storage
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Develop and manage environmental protection procedures
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Devise and implement quality control procedures with appropriate reporting systems
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Plan and organise the supply of resources and manage monitoring systems
Different companies use different information and documentation. You should explain, with evidence, how you organise, manage, and execute your site management duties.
Depending on your role and construction sector, you can choose from the following pathways:
- Building and Civil Engineering
- Residential Development
- Highways Maintenance and Repair
- Traditional and Heritage Building
- Demolition
- Tunnelling
- Retrofit
Our NVQ assessor, a chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), will conduct an initial screening and induction to identify the pathway that best aligns with your role.
NVQ Level 6 Site Management Qualification Structure
To achieve the NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management, you must complete a minimum of 20 units, making it the most unit-heavy site management qualification. Your chosen pathway determines a set of mandatory units and a selection of optional units from which you must complete a minimum number. For the Site Management - Building and Civil Engineering pathway, you must complete at least one unit from the optional group.
For example, the NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management - Building and Civil Engineering pathway includes 19 mandatory units, all of which must be completed. Additionally, you must select at least one optional unit that aligns with your job role, ensuring that the evidence you provide is relevant.
Before starting the assessment, during the screening and assessment planning phase, you will discuss the qualification units and pathway options. Your NVQ assessor will recommend the most suitable pathway for your role.
NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management Mandatory Units
| Unit Title |
Level |
| Allocating Work and Monitoring People's Performance in the Workplace |
6 |
| Contributing to the Identification of a Work Team in the Workplace |
5 |
| Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Programmes in the Workplace |
6 |
| Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Quality Standards in the Workplace |
6 |
| Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace |
6 |
| Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace |
3 |
| Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace |
7 |
| Establishing Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace |
6 |
| Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace |
6 |
| Establishing, Implementing and Maintaining Organisational Systems for Managing Health, Safety, Welfare and Wellbeing in the Workplace |
7 |
| Evaluating and Confirming Work Methods in the Workplace |
7 |
| Evaluating Feedback and Making Recommendations in the Workplace |
6 |
| Identifying and Maintaining Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace |
6 |
| Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace |
6 |
| Managing the Installation, Maintenance, Monitoring and Removal of Temporary Works in the Workplace |
6 |
| Managing Your Personal Development in the Workplace |
6 |
| Monitoring Project Activities in the Workplace |
6 |
| Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace |
5 |
| Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project in the Workplace |
7 |
Site Management Optional Units (Building and Civil Engineering Pathway)
| Unit Title |
Level |
| Enabling Learning Opportunities in the Workplace |
5 |
| Managing the Project Handover in the Workplace |
6 |
| Planning Activities to Traditional and Heritage Buildings and Structures in the Workplace |
6 |
| Planning and Scheduling the Maintenance Activities of Property, Services or Systems in the Workplace |
6 |
| Planning Demolition Activities in the Workplace |
7 |
| Planning Tunnelling Activities in the Workplace |
6 |
Site Management NVQ Assessment Process
Usually, it takes 2 assessment sessions to cover the site management assessment criteria. Depending on the quality of evidence we receive from you and your personal circumstances, these sessions may involve a site visit.
Although the assessment process can vary depending on your package selected at the time of your booking (for options, see the booking form), we can outline typical steps you can expect during your assessment. However, given the dynamic nature of our industry, we always strive to adapt the process to suit your individual situation.
For simplicity, let’s break down the process of a typical construction site management assessment into six chronological steps.
Step 1 Introduction
You will receive an instructional email as startup guidance, which will include a list of product evidence examples and suggestions for effective collaboration methods with your assessor. This will help you identify the evidence you need to compile for your assessment portfolio.
Step 2 Welcome Call
You will arrange an induction call (usually a video call) to discuss the assessment requirements, your work, and the product evidence from your current or previous jobs. During this call, you'll agree on the next steps and gain a clear understanding of what you need to do to prepare for the first assessment session. The assessor will also email you any required course materials.
Step 3 Compile Evidence
Based on the guidance and advice provided by the assessor, you will start compiling evidence (if not already available) for the first assessment session.
Step 4 The Assessment
Once you have gathered sufficient evidence for the first session, you will arrange a video call to discuss all the files and explain your work process and methods. The first session is generally designed to cover around 50% of the assessment criteria.
Step 5 Assessment Progress
Following the first session, the assessor will review all the evidence and conduct a gap analysis to identify the remaining criteria. You will receive feedback on the necessary steps to address these criteria. Once you have gathered the additional evidence, you can arrange your next session, which may involve an onsite visit or a video call based on the evidence quality and your circumstances.
Step 6 Completion
During this session, our goal is to address all the remaining criteria to complete your assessment. In most cases, this marks the final session. Once we have covered 100% of the assessment criteria, we will compile and finalize your portfolio. Then, we will proceed to claim your NVQ achievement from the Awarding Body.
Funded Qualification
