NVQ
Price £1450 +VAT

Course Overview

This qualification is designed for experienced construction site managers who oversee complex projects in building and civil engineering. It provides formal recognition of your ability to manage health and safety, environmental factors, resources, quality, and progress at a strategic level. Achieving this NVQ demonstrates competence at senior management level and supports progression into higher leadership roles. 

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Who is this qualification for? 

  • Site managers and project managers in building and civil engineering. 

  • Those responsible for planning, controlling, and monitoring large-scale construction projects. 

  • Ideal for individuals seeking a CSCS Black Manager Card. 

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Entry Requirements 

  • No formal entry requirements. 

  • Candidates should have substantial experience in site management and demonstrate occupational competence. 

  • Evidence can include previous qualifications or an employer confirmation letter. 

  • An initial skills assessment will be carried out to identify any gaps. 

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How is it assessed? 

  • Work-based assessment – no classroom exams. 

  • You will build a portfolio of evidence through real work activities. 

  • Evidence types include:  

  • Assessor observations (usually via live or pre-recorded video evidence rather than in-person) 

  • Professional discussions 

  • Work products 

  • Witness testimonies 

  • Delivered via e-portfolio, an easy-to-use online platform:  

  • Accessible anywhere 

  • Tracks progress 

  • Eliminates heavy paperwork 
    Video evidence is fully accepted by ProQual and meets assessment requirements when authenticated by your assessor. 

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Benefits of this qualification

  • Supports application for a CSCS Black Card. 

  • Demonstrates competence and compliance with industry standards. 

  • Flexible assessment around your work schedule. 

  • Enhances career prospects in senior management roles. 

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Course Structure 

To achieve the qualification, you must complete: 

Mandatory Units (examples): 

  • Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships 

  • Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing 

  • Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability 

  • Planning the preparation of the site for the project 

  • Controlling project progress against agreed programmes 
    Click here to view the full list of mandatory units. 

Optional Units (choose one): Examples include: 

  • Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace 

  • Managing the project handover 
    Click here to view the full list of optional units. 
    Your choice of optional unit will be discussed and agreed with your assessor during induction. 

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Delivery & Support 

  • Remote portfolio system via an e-portfolio Platform. 

  • Dedicated assessor support throughout. 

  • Regular feedback and progress tracking. 

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Duration 

Typically completed within 9–18 months, depending on experience and evidence availability. 

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