GQA Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision

General Entry Requirements

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application. You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment. Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process.

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills- Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Course Entry Requirements

• Level 3 Qualification in Construction or Building & Civil Engineering, or other related trade related qualification

and 

• Be working as an assistant manager or site supervisor in the following areas: Building & Civil Engineering, Conservation, Demolition, or Highways Maintenance & Repair,

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions Process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)
• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)
• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test
• For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk
  

Assessment will be in the form of a portfolio where you will put together everything you've learned and also evidence of competency from your workplace and on site assessments.

Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.

Successful completion of the GQA Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision offers pathways for both further study and employment:

Further Study

Learners moving forward may advance to higher-level qualifications, such as Leadership and Management, to deepen their skills and broaden career options within the construction sector.

Employment

This qualification prepares you for roles requiring supervision and site management expertise in the construction industry. Potential career opportunities may include:

• Construction Site Supervisor: Oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Head Supervisor: Lead site teams, coordinate projects, and manage materials and labor on larger construction projects.
• Project Coordinator: Support the project manager in planning, managing supplies, and maintaining communication on-site.
• Construction Planner: Develop schedules, assess site needs, and coordinate with suppliers to meet project requirements.
• Site Manager: Advance to managing entire construction sites, ensuring projects meet quality standards, deadlines, and budget constraints.

This course provides specialized skills and knowledge required for effective construction site supervision, making you well-equipped to progress in the field. Key skills developed may include:

Technical Skills

• Material Management and Supply Coordination
• Communication Systems Implementation for Construction Projects
• Maintaining Dimensional Accuracy and Quality Control
• Cost Management and Control of Work Quantities
• Coordination of Site and Lifting Operations
• Professional Development Planning within Construction

Employability Skills

• Leadership and Supervisory Skills
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
• Effective Communication and Team Coordination
• Adaptability to Changing Site Conditions
• Project Planning and Organizational Skills
• Time Management and Decision-Making