The ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is therefore the essential credential for those leading significant construction sites. It formally certifies your operational and managerial capabilities, greatly enhancing your professional credibility and authority on site. Achieving this diploma signifies you possess the proven skills to control complex site operations, making you a highly valued asset to employers and a key driver of project success.
This advanced industry-recognised diploma is crafted for experienced construction professionals ready to assume full responsibility for the management and delivery of complex building projects. It represents a significant step towards senior leadership, focusing on the practical application of high-level management skills to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The qualification validates your comprehensive competence in managing all on-site operations, from resource allocation and logistics to team leadership and technical problem-solving. Please be advised this is a professional qualification and is not regulated by Ofqual.
The competency-based assessment framework demands you demonstrate mastery in key areas including the planning and programming of works, controlling project progress and costs, implementing and managing rigorous health, safety, and environmental systems, and leading project teams effectively. You will gather evidence from your current role to prove your ability to manage project constraints, coordinate multiple trades, and ensure compliance, thereby solidifying your expertise as a proficient and reliable site manager.
Program Highlights
Mandatory Units
The ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management, to achieve the qualification candidates must complete the Mandatory/Optional Units from one of the Pathways. Candidates may also complete any of the Additional Units, but these will not count towards the qualification.
Pathway
1. Pathway 1: Building and Civil Engineering
Minimum TQT 2200
2. Pathway 2: Highways Maintenance and Repair
Minimum TQT 2180
3. Pathway 3: Residential Development
Minimum TQT 2210
4. Pathway 4: Traditional and Heritage Building
Minimum TQT 2270
5. Pathway 5: Demolition
Minimum TQT 2230
6. Pathway 6: Tunnelling
Minimum TQT 2270
7. Pathway 7: Retrofit
Minimum TQT 2290
Pathway 1: Building and Civil Engineering of Minimum TQT 2200
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
| Managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
Optional Units – ONE unit
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Planning activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Planning demolition activities in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Planning and scheduling the maintenance activities of property, services or systems in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Managing the project handover in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Planning tunnelling activities in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
Pathway 2: Highways Maintenance and Repair of Minimum TQT 2180
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning highways maintenance and repair activities in the workplace | 5 | 30 |
| Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
Optional Units – TWO units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Providing customer services in the construction workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Planning activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Planning demolition activities in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning and scheduling the maintenance activities of property, services or systems in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Managing the project handover in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
Pathway 3: Residential Development of Minimum TQT 2210
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Providing customer services in the construction workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning and scheduling the maintenance activities of property, services or systems in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Managing the project handover in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
Optional Units – TWO units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Planning activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Planning demolition activities in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
| Planning the installation of retrofit works in the workplace | 6 | 60 |
| Managing installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit works in the workplace | 6 | 60 |
| Managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
Pathway 4: Traditional and Heritage Building of Minimum TQT 2270
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning and scheduling the maintenance activities of property, services or systems in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
Optional Units – THREE units | ||
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Providing customer services in the construction workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Supervising activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 5 | 50 |
| Planning demolition activities in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
Pathway 5: Demolition of Minimum TQT 2230
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning demolition activities in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Managing the project handover in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Providing customer services in the construction workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Planning activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
| Planning and scheduling the maintenance activities of property, services or systems in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
Pathway 6: Tunnelling of Minimum TQT 2270
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Managing the project handover in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Planning tunnelling activities in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
Optional Units – ONE unit
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Providing customer services in the construction workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Supervising tunnelling activities in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
Pathway 7: Retrofit of Minimum TQT 2290
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace | 3 | 27 |
| Allocating work and monitoring people’s performance in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace | 7 | 65 |
| Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace | 6 | 70 |
| Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace | 7 | 30 |
| Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Monitoring project activities in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Ensuring that work activities and resources meet project work requirements in the workplace | 7 | 50 |
| Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace | 5 | 20 |
| Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace | 6 | 30 |
| Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace | 6 | 20 |
| Planning the installation of retrofit works in the workplace | 6 | 60 |
| Managing installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit works in the workplace | 6 | 60 |
Optional Units – TWO units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
| Enabling learning opportunities in the workplace | 5 | 40 |
| Providing customer services in the construction workplace | 6 | 40 |
| Planning activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 6 | 50 |
| Supervising activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures in the workplace | 5 | 50 |
| Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace | 6 | 25 |
| Planning and scheduling the maintenance activities of property, services or systems in the workplace | 6 | 40 |
Entry Requirements
Admission to this high-level NVQ is designed to ensure candidates are in a position of sufficient responsibility to generate the advanced, work-based evidence required for successful assessment.
- Professional Position: Applicants must be employed in a substantive site management role with responsibility for the planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects.
- Educational Background: Prior attainment of a relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, such as a diploma in Construction or an NVQ in a related supervisory discipline, is strongly recommended to demonstrate foundational knowledge.
- Language Proficiency: Excellent command of written and spoken English is essential for producing detailed management reports, interpreting complex project documentation, and demonstrating effective leadership communication.
As this is a competency-based NVQ, candidates must be actively managing construction site operations to provide the necessary proof of their skills. By meeting these requirements, you confirm your readiness to undertake this formal validation of your advanced site management expertise and professional standing.
Learning Outcomes
The “ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management” is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of machinery safety and its practical application in an operational context. Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners will be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:
- Demonstrate Leadership and Management Skills
Candidates will be able to effectively lead and manage teams, ensuring clear communication and collaboration among all stakeholders involved in construction projects. - Implement Health and Safety Regulations
Learners will gain a thorough understanding of health and safety legislation applicable to construction sites and be able to implement effective safety measures to ensure compliance and minimize risks. - Plan and Organize Construction Projects
Candidates will develop the ability to create detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgeting, to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. - Coordinate Resources Efficiently
Learners will demonstrate the capacity to manage various resources, including materials, equipment, and labor, ensuring their effective utilization throughout the construction process. - Monitor and Evaluate Project Performance
Candidates will be equipped to track project progress against set objectives, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain project alignment with goals. - Manage Stakeholder Relationships
Learners will understand the importance of effective stakeholder management and will be able to foster positive relationships with clients, contractors, and team members, facilitating better collaboration and project success. - Utilize Sustainable Construction Practices
Candidates will acquire knowledge of sustainable construction principles and be able to integrate eco-friendly practices into their project management approach. - Address and Resolve Problems
Learners will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling them to identify potential challenges and implement effective solutions in a timely manner. - Ensure Quality Control
Candidates will demonstrate the ability to establish quality assurance processes, ensuring that construction work meets established standards and client expectations. - Prepare Professional Documentation
Learners will be able to produce comprehensive reports, presentations, and documentation that effectively communicate project status, compliance, and other relevant information to stakeholders
Target Audiences
The ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is designed for experienced construction professionals who are actively leading on-site operations and are ready to formalise their advanced skills with a senior-level industry qualification. It validates the high-level competencies required to manage complex projects from inception to completion.
- General Foremen & Senior Supervisors: Proven site leaders seeking to officially step up into full site management roles and require the formal qualification that matches their operational responsibility.
- Acting Site Managers: Individuals currently performing the duties of a site manager without the formal certification, who need to assess and validate their experience for career progression and professional recognition.
- Project Managers with Site Responsibility: Professionals who oversee project delivery on-site and require a specialised qualification that focuses on the practical, day-to-day management of construction operations, teams, and safety.
- Experienced Construction Specialists: Senior tradespeople or technical coordinators moving into a broader management role, who need to demonstrate comprehensive competency in managing all aspects of site activity.
Achieving this NVQ formally certifies your capability to lead, making you a recognised and highly competent construction site manager, essential for commanding authority and driving project success.
