Description
Who is this qualification for?
The NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management targets professionals who manage construction sites, specifically those who plan and control every aspect of site-based works. While the qualification sits primarily at Level 6, some individual units may vary in level.
Furthermore, this diploma serves fully trained, experienced individuals across a wide range of roles. Consequently, it requires you to make critical decisions, anticipate site-specific problems, and implement effective solutions. In addition to these practical demands, you must demonstrate your knowledge of legislation, lead teams, and consistently improve work standards.
Because site managers handle such diverse tasks, the qualification offers a flexible unit structure. Therefore, this design ensures that employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Finally, the qualification offers four specialist pathways to ensure the structure matches your specific management environment.
Specialist Pathways
The qualification offers four pathways to ensure the structure matches your specific management environment:
- Building and Civil Engineering: For large-scale infrastructure and commercial projects.
- Highways Maintenance and Repair: For those managing road networks and transport systems.
- Residential Development: Tailored for housing and estate construction.
- Retrofit Activities: Specifically for managing the improvement and energy-upgrading of existing structures.
Key Requirements at a Glance
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Decision Making | You must take an active role in site strategy and problem-solving. |
| Leadership | You must prove your ability to lead teams and maintain standards. |
| Compliance | You must demonstrate a deep understanding of current industry legislation. |
| Flexibility | You can choose units that align with your specific daily responsibilities. |
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for learners undertaking this qualification.
Qualification achievement
GQA builds its qualifications using units that carry specific credit values. To earn your diploma, you must achieve at least 221 credits by completing the required combination of mandatory and optional units.
We also provide the Total Qualification Time (TQT), which estimates the time a typical learner needs to master the skills and knowledge required for this level. This qualification carries a TQT of 2180 hours.
Assessment and Certification
Each assessment unit defines learning outcomes that describe what you must understand and perform. We use specific assessment criteria to measure your competence, focusing on both your practical skills and your theoretical knowledge.
Once you successfully complete the mandatory and optional units, you finish the qualification. you will recieve qualification with CSCS card.
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Assessment
The qualification must be assessed using the following assessment method:
- Portfolio of Evidence
Learners are required to achieve all learning outcomes within units of assessment.
