Level 6 NVQ:- Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (Construction) – 610/3943/3
The Cskills Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management is aimed at individuals working within the construction sector in a management position or intending to move into a management role.
This qualification enables you, to demonstrate and recognise your skills, knowledge and understanding and to demonstrate your competence in a real workplace environment so you can work as a specialist in general construction contracting operations management within the construction industry.
As the Cskills Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management has been developed for achievement in a real workplace environment you will need to be employed to undertake this qualification.
This Level 6 Construction NVQ Diploma meets the requirements set by the CSCS for the Black Manager Card.
Level 6 NVQ Construction Management
£1,199.00 + Vat
What do I Need To Do To Obtain this L6 Construction NVQ?
This qualification consists of five (5) Mandatory Units and four (4) Optional Units. In order to achieve the award delegates must successfully complete all five (5) Mandatory units and achieve fifty four (54) credits from the fourteen (14) Optional Units on offer. Your assessor will discuss this with you in detail to ensure that you focus your efforts in the correct areas and on the appropriate units.
Construction Site NVQ’s recognise the broad range of activities undertaken on a construction site and have been developed to reflect the different skills and responsibilities required accordingly. You will need to provide a variety of evidence from your workplace to detail your proficiency and technical knowledge such as; planning, allocating and monitoring work in your area of responsibility, chairing meetings and taking operational decisions, developing and maintaining working relationships, undertaking personal development.
Construction Site NVQ’s recognise the broad range of activities undertaken on a construction site and have been developed to reflect the different skills and responsibilities required accordingly. You will need to provide a variety of evidence from your workplace to detail your proficiency and technical knowledge such as; planning, allocating and monitoring work in your area of responsibility, chairing meetings and taking operational decisions, developing and maintaining working relationships, undertaking personal development.
Our easy to use ‘on-line portfolio’ system allows delegates to take this qualification in a flexible manner at a time and location that suits them and you will be guided through the qualification requirements by your assessor at each and every step.
Once you have gathered you evidence your assessor will go through the portfolio with you, make any recommendations and provide feedback as necessary. When you have provided for the feedback and updated your portfolio (as and if necessary) it will be passed to the IQA who will review your evidence and determine whether you have successfully completed the qualification.
How This L6 Construction Contracting NVQ Is Structured
The Cskills Level 6 in Construction Contracting Management – General, consists of a number of units, each of which have a specified ‘credit value’. Delegates are required to obtain 115 credits from the available units to achieve this qualification.
The minimum guided learning hours for this qualification is 510 hours – this is the recommended time a learner spends in activities under the immediate guidance or supervision of a lecturer, supervisor or tutor (this includes assessment if under supervision).
The estimated TQT (Total Qualification time) for this qualification is 1150 hours – this is the total time in which a delegate could reasonably be expected to achieve the qualification.
Your assessor will be available to you to offer advice, guidance and support with regard to the manner in which you tackle each of the units – see the FAQs below for further details.
Mandatory Qualification Units:
Reference | Unit Title | Unit Level | Credits |
F/651/0395 | Maintaining construction health, safety and welfare systems in the workplace | 6 | 10 |
J/651/0397 | Managing the performance of teams and individuals in the workplace | 6 | 19 |
K/651/0398 | Leading meetings and taking decisions in the workplace | 6 | 10 |
L/651/0399 | Developing and maintaining working relationships in the workplace | 6 | 13 |
J/618/8808 | Managing your personal development in the workplace | 6 | 9 |
Optional Qualification Units:
Unit | Unit Title | Unit Level | Credits |
A/651/0400 | Planning surveys in the workplace | 6 | 14 |
D/651/0401 | Establishing the condition of property in the workplace | 6 | 15 |
M/651/0407 | Identifying, assessing and evaluating project requirements in the workplace | 6 | 19 |
R/651/0408 | Coordinating project designs in the workplace | 6 | 18 |
D/651/0410 | Specifying production document requirements and ensuring the control and maintenance of project information in the workplace | 6 | 18 |
J/651/0413 | Developing a programme of works and a procurement programme in the workplace | 6 | 18 |
M/651/0416 | Implementing strategic and integrated supply chain management and sourcing partnerships in the workplace | 6 | 18 |
H/651/0421 | Obtaining tenders and appointing contractors in the workplace | 6 | 15 |
K/651/0423 | Evaluating enquiries and submitting tenders in the workplace | 6 | 14 |
M/651/0425 | Evaluating work methods and developing a programme of works in the workplace | 6 | 13 |
T/651/0427 | Developing a procurement plan and optimising supplier and service provider performance in the workplace | 6 | 13 |
Y/651/0428 | Controlling contract work in the workplace | 6 | 17 |
A/651/0429 | Optimising contract progress and controlling costs in the workplace | 6 | 15 |
K/651/0432 | Preparing and agreeing interim valuations, entitlements and final accounts in the workplace | 6 | 17 |
Frequently Asked Questions About The Level 6 Construction NVQ:
What Will My Assessor Do?
At the very start of your NVQ (upon enrolment) you will be assigned an assessor who will:
a. Undertake an initial induction with you to determine your readiness to undertake this qualification.
b. Guide you through the NVQ process from start to finish.
c. Monitor your progress throughout the time you are undertaking your Level 6 Construction Contracting Operation NVQ. This may be done in a number of different ways such as, confirming the suitability of evidence provided from your workplace activities, undertaking professional discussions with you, undertaking formal observations, requiring you to provide witness testimonials, etc.
d. Advise you as to the evidence you will need to provide in order to complete each specific unit and your overall portfolio.
e. Guide you (where appropriate) in gathering the required evidence.
f. Advise you when your portfolio is ready for submission to the accreditors Independent Quality Advisor (IQA) for the award.
How Long Does This Construction Contracting Operations Level 6 NVQ Take To Complete?
The NOCN Cskills Level 6 in Construction Contracting Management – General, conists of a number of units, each of which have a specified ‘credit value’. Delegates are required to obtain 115 credits from the available units to achieve this qualification.
The minimum guided learning hours for this qualification is 510 hours – this is the recommended time a learner spends in activities under the immediate guidance or supervision of a lecturer, supervisor or tutor (this includes assessment if under supervision).
The estimated TQT (Total Qualification time) for this qualification is 1150 hours – this is the total time in which a delegate could reasonably be expected to achieve the qualification.
As an estimate therefore delegates can expect to complete the qualification within a four (4) to six (6) month period.
There are however many factors that impact the time required to complete this qualification not least the delegates existing, experience and qualifications, and their preparedness/readiness to undertake it.
A number of delegates will be in a position where they can gather evidence very quickly whilst others may require considerably more time. At Goldcross our, Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations program, runs for a 12 month period, with full assessor suport, should it be required.
Are There Any Examinations?
Unlike academic qualifications the NVQ is an assessment of your vocational ability and as such there is no examination requirement. You will however be required to build an ‘on-line’ portfolio providing work-based evidence that you meet the specified standards. We will guide you through this process!
Is There Any Recognition of Prior Learning?
Yes – Recognising Prior Learning is an assessment process that recognises learning that has its origins in a learner’s experience and/or previous formal and informal learning contexts. This includes knowledge and skills gained within school, college, university and outside formal learning situations such as through life, employment, apprenticeships and other work experiences.
Why Should I Do This NVQ?
This qualification prepares individuals and provides recognition of the competence of individuals to act as a manager within the construction industry. On completing the NVQ you will be in a position to apply for a CSCS Black Managers Card once you have also undertaken the required CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test.
Employers throughout construction recognise the validity of NVQs and readily encourage individuals to undertake them and as such they will stand you in good stead throughout your career.
Is This Construction Level 6 NVQ Accredited?
This Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations – General is a Cskills award accredited by the NOCN Group.
The qualification is recognised by Ofqual at Level 6 and it meets the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) requirements for the Black Manager card.
What Payment Options Are There?
This NVQ can be paid for via the Goldcross Training interest free ‘NVQ Payment Plan, allowing you to spread payment over a four (4) month period should you require to do so. This option will be available on the purchase screen if booking online or can be requested when booking over the telephone.
Please note that Goldcross training requires full payment for the NVQ prior to its submission to the IQA for assessment.
You can also utilise ‘PayPal: Pay in 3’ should you wish.
Can a CITB Grant Be Claimed For This NVQ?
This Level 6 Construction NVQ meets the requirements for CITB Skills and Training Fund & Grants.
You will need to make your claim retrospectively and meet CITB application requirements, i.e:
- Be a CITB-registered employer
- Directly employ 1-250 individuals
- Have had any previously CITB funded project signed off as complete.
For further details are available here on the CITB website.
Will I Receive a Certificate Upon Completion?
Upon successful completion of the NVQ delegates will receive the NOCN Cskills Awards Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Management (Construction) award, a nationally recognized qualification.
Our Level 6 NVQ:- Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management, Packages:
Complete it At Your Own Pace
We will track and monitor your progress to help you stick to your deadline.
Easy to Use Online Portfolio System
A simple to use e-portfolio system so that you can focus on gathering the evidence.
Ongoing Support Throughout
We will be there to support and encourage you throughout the process.
Internationally Recognised Accreditor
You can be sure that that your qualification is recognised professionally.