ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Construction)
The ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management is a comprehensive qualification designed for professionals who are actively managing construction projects and seeking formal recognition of their skills. It provides learners with the knowledge and competence required to oversee complex construction operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards. The diploma emphasizes practical, work-based learning, allowing participants to demonstrate their abilities through real-world evidence gathered from their workplace.
Learners undertaking this diploma will explore a wide range of topics, including project planning, resource allocation, health and safety management, quality assurance, and effective communication with stakeholders. The qualification is structured to develop both technical and managerial skills, ensuring that learners can balance operational demands with strategic oversight. By focusing on workplace-based assessment, the course ensures that learners apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, reinforcing their ability to manage construction sites with confidence and professionalism.
It is regulated by Ofqual and aligned with industry standards, making it a trusted qualification for employers and learners alike. Successful completion demonstrates competence at a high level, positioning graduates as capable leaders who can manage diverse teams, ensure compliance with regulations, and deliver projects to specification. For those seeking to advance their careers in construction management, the ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma provides a valuable pathway to professional recognition and long-term success.
Course Overview
Awarding Body
ProQual
Duration
6-12 Months
Study Mood
Online
Assessment
Assignments Based
Course Study Units
- Pathway 1: Building and Civil Engineering
- Pathway 2: Highways and Maintenance Repair
- Pathway 3: Residential Development
- Pathway 4: Conservation
- Pathway 5: Demolition
Mandatory Units
Mandatory Units – candidates must complete ALL units in this group
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Allocating Work and Checking People’s Performance in the Workplace | 5 | 9 |
| Establishing, Implementing and Maintaining Systems for Managing Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Evaluating and Selecting Work Methods to Meet Project or Operational Requirements in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Monitoring Construction Related Project Activities in the Workplace | 6 | 8 |
| Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Quality Standards in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
| Controlling Project Progress Against Agreed Programmes in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Managing Personal Development in a Construction-related Workplace | 6 | 8 |
Pathway 1: Building and Civil Engineering
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Contributing to the Identification of Work Teams in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project or Operation in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace | 5 | 9 |
| Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing and Monitoring Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Establishing Project Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
| Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Evaluating Feedback Information and Recommending Improvements in the Workplace | 6 | 7 |
| Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Given Work Teams in the Workplace | 4 | 7 |
Pathway 2: Highways and Maintenance Repair
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Contributing to the Identification of Work Teams in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Planning Highways Maintenance or Repair Activities in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet project Work Requirements in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace | 5 | 9 |
| Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Given Work Teams in the Workplace | 4 | 7 |
Optional Units – Candidates Must Complete Two Units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project or Operation in the Workplace | 6 | 1 |
| Establishing and Monitoring Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Establishing Project Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
| Evaluating Feedback Information and Recommending Improvements in the Workplace | 6 | 7 |
| Managing the Handover of the Construction Project in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
Pathway 3: Residential Development
Mandatory units – Candidates Must Complete All Units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project or Operation in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Organising Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing and Monitoring Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Establishing Project Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
| Evaluating Feedback Information and Recommending Improvements in the Workplace | 6 | 7 |
| Planning and Scheduling the Maintenance or Remedial Activities of Property, Systems or Services in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Managing the Handover of the Construction Project in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
| Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Given Work Teams in the Workplace | 4 | 20 |
Optional Units – Candidates Must Complete One Unit
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Contributing to the Identification of Work Teams in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace | 5 | 9 |
| Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
Pathway 4: Conservation
Mandatory Units – Candidates Must Complete All Units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Planning Historical Conservation/Restoration Activities in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace | 5 | 9 |
| Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing and Monitoring Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Establishing Project Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
| Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Planning and Scheduling the Maintenance or Remedial Activities of Property, Systems or Services in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Given Work Teams in the Workplace | 4 | 7 |
Optional Units – Candidates Must Complete Two Units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Contributing to the Identification of Work Teams in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Planning the Preparation of the Sit for the Project or Operation in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Evaluating Feedback Information and Recommending Improvements in the Workplace | 6 | 7 |
| Managing the Handover of the Construction Project in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
Pathway 5: Demolition
Mandatory Units – Candidates Must Complete All Units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Planning Demolition Activities in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in the Workplace | 6 | 15 |
| Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project or Operation in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Ensuring that Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Work Requirements in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace | 5 | 9 |
| Managing the Handover of the Construction Project in the Workplace | 6 | 10 |
Optional Units – Candidates Must Complete Four Units
| Unit Title | Unit Level | Credit Value |
| Contributing to the Identification of Work Teams in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials in the Workplace | 5 | 8 |
| Establishing and Monitoring Communication Systems and Organisational Procedures in the Workplace | 6 | 11 |
| Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace | 6 | 12 |
| Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Given Work Teams in the Workplace | 4 | 7 |
Entry Requirements
Who Can Enroll
The ideal learner for this diploma is a construction professional seeking formal recognition of their management expertise.
- Site managers overseeing building or civil engineering projects.
- Project managers responsible for planning and resource allocation.
- Supervisors aiming to progress into senior management roles.
- Professionals managing health and safety compliance on construction sites.
- Individuals seeking a nationally recognized qualification to validate their skills.
- Experienced workers wanting career progression into leadership positions.
Course Learning Outcomes
Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace
- Develop, maintain and encourage working relationships to promote goodwill and trust
- Inform relevant people about work activities with appropriate detail and urgency
- Offer advice and help, encouraging clarification and comments
- Clarify proposals and discuss alternative suggestions
- Resolve differences of opinion while maintaining respect and trust
Allocating Work and Checking People’s Performance in the Workplace
- Confirm programmes, schedules, priorities, and plan work
- Allocate tasks considering team circumstances and expected standards
- Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback
- Motivate team members and provide support/resources
- Identify poor performance, agree improvements, and recognize successful work
Establishing, Implementing and Maintaining Systems for Managing Health, Safety and Welfare
- Encourage a culture of health, safety, and welfare on site
- Allocate responsibilities and ensure inductions inform staff
- Maintain accurate hazard notices and warnings
- Ensure equipment/resources meet legislation requirements
- Implement systems to identify hazards, reduce risks, and monitor compliance
Evaluating and Selecting Work Methods to Meet Project Requirements
- Assess project data to identify work methods
- Obtain additional information when data is insufficient
- Select methods that optimize resources and meet legislation
- Evaluate methods against technical, environmental, and project criteria
- Ensure method statements are clear and acceptable to stakeholders
Monitoring Construction Related Project Activities
- Notify stakeholders of work schedules and confirm dates
- Communicate and agree programmes with workers
- Organize subcontractor attendance per agreements
- Plan resources to meet project requirements
- Control site conditions for safety and organizational image
- Develop contingency plans to minimize disruption
Controlling Project Progress against Agreed Quality Standards
- Identify and interpret quality standards and communicate responsibilities
- Set up inspection systems to control quality
- Regularly check conformity to design and standards
- Implement corrective action for non-compliance
- Inform decision-makers of variations and recommend solutions
- Record amendments and recommend improvements
Controlling Project Progress against Agreed Programmes
- Develop systems to monitor project progress
- Collect and summarize progress information
- Identify inadequate resources and obtain alternatives
- Investigate deviations and implement corrective action
- Recommend options to maintain or improve cost and progress
Managing Personal Development in a Construction-related Workplace
- Define personal aims and objectives for development
- Identify standards and support sources for development
- Analyze current knowledge and performance
- Prepare and implement a development plan
- Record progress and evidence of competence
- Review and update personal development objectives
Contributing to the Identification of Work Teams
- Identify factors affecting team composition
- Evaluate quality and reliability of people/services
- Negotiate proposals for effective teams
- Follow formalities for obtaining people and services
Establishing, Controlling and Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability
- Identify environmental considerations and sustainable work methods
- Encourage environmental awareness in the workforce
- Delegate duties for environmental management
- Assess significance of environmental factors and take action
- Monitor sustainability requirements and record good practice
Planning the Preparation of the Site for the Project
- Assemble and review project information for planning
- Identify factors and communicate them to stakeholders
- Organize resources for site preparation
- Arrange safety, welfare, and environmental protection
- Plan site layout and communicate details
- Maintain legislative notices
Ensuring Work Activities and Resources Meet Project Requirements
- Identify major activities and resource needs
- Evaluate alternative methods and systems
- Sequence activities logically to optimize resources
- Produce detailed programmes and schedules
- Monitor and adjust programmes to meet changing circumstances
Identifying, Allocating and Planning Plant, Equipment or Machinery
- Ensure specifications meet project needs
- Comply with legislation and ensure competent operation
- Update deployment systems as projects progress
- Identify hazards and implement protective measures
- Plan and supervise operations safely
- Maintain equipment and identify training needs
Organising, Controlling and Monitoring Supplies of Materials
- Assess material requirements and develop delivery schedules
- Standardize supplies where possible
- Confirm orders and negotiate with suppliers
- Monitor delivery schedules and supplier performance
- Resolve supply problems and adjust schedules
Establishing and Monitoring Communication Systems and Procedures
- Identify communication needs for the project
- Establish compatible systems with clients and supply chain
- Produce and circulate project information
- Monitor communication effectiveness and resolve breakdowns
- Manage meetings and follow up actions
Establishing Project Dimensional Control Criteria
- Obtain and verify survey information
- Identify and record dimensional variations
- Establish monitoring systems for accuracy
- Maintain measuring equipment and record control data
Controlling Project Quantities and Costs
- Implement cost control systems with early warning
- Collect and record quantity and cost data
- Prepare accurate data for decision-making
- Identify variations and corrective actions
- Recommend cost-saving opportunities
Evaluating Feedback Information and Recommending Improvements
- Promote the value of feedback and encourage collection
- Assess feedback information and recommend improvements
- Summarize agreed changes and promote adoption
Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Work Teams
- Provide regular feedback on performance
- Identify and prioritize learning needs
- Support team members in learning activities
- Evaluate outcomes and update development plans
Planning Highways Maintenance or Repair Activities
- Confirm work requirements and influencing factors
- Prioritize maintenance activities and amend as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service
- Implement systems to deliver and improve customer service
- Resolve customer problems and confirm satisfaction
- Monitor service standards and recommend improvements
Managing the Handover of the Construction Project
- Confirm requirements and develop handover programme
- Conduct inspections and record outstanding work
- Assemble and hand over documentation
Planning and Scheduling Maintenance or Remedial Activities
- Implement inspections and confirm requirements
- Prioritize activities and maintain records
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Planning Historical Conservation/Restoration Activities
- Confirm requirements and influencing factors
- Prioritize and amend activities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Planning Demolition Activities
- Confirm requirements and influencing factors
- Prioritize and amend activities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Planning Tunnelling Activities
- Confirm requirements and influencing factors
- Prioritize and amend activities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Establishing Project Dimensional Control Criteria in the Workplace
- Obtain and verify survey information for accuracy
- Correlate and interpret dimensional control data
- Identify and record variations between specified and actual dimensions
- Establish monitoring systems to ensure accuracy criteria are met
- Maintain measuring equipment to required standards
- Record and securely store dimensional control information
Controlling Project Quantities and Costs in the Workplace
- Implement systems for early warning of quantity and cost issues
- Collect and record data regularly for decision-making
- Prepare accurate work values, quantities, and cost data
- Identify and quantify variations and trends in costs
- Investigate variations and agree corrective actions
- Recommend opportunities for cost savings
Evaluating Feedback Information and Recommending Improvements
- Promote the value of feedback and encourage collection
- Obtain, investigate, and assess feedback information
- Recommend justified improvements to decision-makers
- Summarize agreed changes and promote adoption
Identifying and Enabling Learning Opportunities for Work Teams
- Provide regular and constructive feedback on performance
- Work with teams to identify and prioritize learning needs
- Support team members in undertaking learning activities
- Remove obstacles to learning where possible
- Evaluate learning outcomes and update development plans
Planning Highways Maintenance or Repair Activities
- Confirm work requirements for highway maintenance or repair
- Identify influencing factors and review guidance material
- Prioritize maintenance activities and amend priorities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service
- Implement systems to deliver and improve customer service
- Prepare to deal with customers consistently and reliably
- Resolve customer problems and confirm satisfaction
- Solve issues within systems before customers are affected
- Monitor service standards and recommend improvements
Managing the Handover of the Construction Project
- Confirm project requirements and develop handover programme
- Check project completion or record outstanding work
- Conduct inspections and tests with stakeholders
- Record concerns and agree required actions
- Assemble and hand over documentation
Planning and Scheduling Maintenance or Remedial Activities
- Implement inspections to confirm requirements
- Identify influencing factors and guidance material
- Prioritize activities and maintain accurate records
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Planning Historical Conservation/Restoration Activities
- Confirm requirements against supplied information
- Identify influencing factors and review guidance material
- Prioritize and amend activities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Planning Demolition Activities
- Confirm requirements against supplied information
- Identify influencing factors and review guidance material
- Prioritize and amend activities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
Planning Tunnelling Activities
- Confirm requirements against supplied information
- Identify influencing factors and review guidance material
- Prioritize and amend activities as needed
- Prepare schedules and negotiate with decision-makers
