Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision
Who is the Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision for?
The Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision is designed for experienced construction professionals employed as a construction site Supervisor.
This course is for those working in a supervision position with others working under them in a construction environment. Obtaining this qualification will certify and legitimize your proficiency in doing so.
What will I get for completing the Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision?
Upon completion of a Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision, you will be able to apply for your Gold CSCS card (Supervision)
You can learn more about applying for your gold CSCS card here.
Please note- you need a level 3 or 4 NVQ to obtain this card, SSSTS alone is not sufficient.
How will I benefit from a Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision?
Obtaining a Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision evidences your professionalism and expertise working at a high level in the construction industry. Holding the Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision, and subsequently a Gold CSCS card, will enable you to improve your career prospects, certifying your experience and expertise.
Having the relevant and necessary qualification to support your role as a construction site Supervisor can protect both yourself and your place of work from any legal repercussions. It is always beneficial to get officially qualified in the construction sector.
How will I be assessed?
The Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision is assessed through our popular and efficient competency based method. Our assessors will come to your place of work (or remotely via video call) and gather all necessary evidence of you in your current role to get you the qualification.
Our assessment process is designed with your convenience in mind; we guarantee no written work, no classrooms and no time away from work.
What do I need to complete the Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision?
To enroll in the Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision, you typically need to meet the following criteria:
- Relevant Experience: You should have significant work experience in construction site supervision or a related field.
- Current Employment: You must be currently employed in a construction site supervision role or have access to suitable construction sites for assessment purposes.
- Relevant Qualifications: While there are no formal educational requirements, having a related construction qualification or professional certifications can be advantageous. Being employed as a site supervisor may also require the SSSTS qualification, this can be very beneficial.
How long does a Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision take to complete?
This NVQ can be completed at the convenience of the candidate. If you are willing to undertake more time to complete your NVQ, then you will obtain the qualification faster.
If you’re looking to get through it quickly, some of our learners complete this qualification in 8-12 weeks.
Equally, we understand the value of your time and work, that’s why we will work at your convenience to complete the qualification where possible.
You will need to choose from one of the optional pathways, which should be relevant to your current role. Each Pathway has its own mandatory units. You can view these in full detail here.
Pathways:
- Building and Civil Engineering
- Highways Maintenance and Repair
- Residential Development
- Traditional and Heritage Building
- Demolition
- Tunnelling
- Retrofit
Mandatory Units (Site Supervision):
- 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
How much can I claim back for my Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision?
You can claim back £1250 towards the cost of your Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision, meaning that you only have to pay £100.
You can learn more about the CITB Grant Scheme here
