Level 6 NVQ in Construction

Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Construction)

The Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is aimed at experienced Construction Site Managers.  If you have the right amount of experience, but not the required qualification to apply for your Black CSCS card then this qualification is for you.

On completion of the course you will be able to:

  • Effectively carry out your responsibilities with the knowledge and skills you have gained.
  • Have the confidence to apply management knowledge and skills in your role
  • Obtain a recognised management qualification (NVQ Level 6)
  • Apply for your Management CSCS Black Card
  • Have a route to professional membership such as MCIOB

Course Cost and Eligibility

The course costs £1,650 + VAT per per candidate and can be started at any time. Before being enrolled, you will need to attend a short interview to prove your eligibility for the course. Please note that you must be working in the role of a construction site manager in building and civil engineering, highways maintenance and repair, residential development, conservation or demolition.

Construction companies registered for CITB Levy can claim grants from the CITB for each completed NVQ assessment.

Method of Assessment

After an induction programme, a qualified assessor will be assigned to you and assess evidence that you will collect at your place of work.. This will be in the form of relevant documents, witness statements and professional discussions etc. Your assessor will advise you of the correct methods at each site visit and plan the work Manager-black-cardthat you will need to complete. There will normally be 3 or 4 site visits by your assessor whilst you are undertaking the course.

There is no set time limit for completing this course, but typically takes 9 to 12 months to complete.

You can apply for a temporary Managerial CSCS card while being assessed for your NVQ which is valid for three years. On completion of the assessment you will be able to apply for a permanent CSCS card valid for 5 years.

Applying for the Course

If you are interested in undertaking an NVQ in construction management, please contact Nigel Chilvers on 0777 9982188