The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations – Site Technical Support is a nationally recognised qualification that validates and enhances the skills of professionals who provide technical assistance on construction sites. By focusing on real‑world tasks—such as interpreting drawings, conducting site surveys, monitoring quality, and ensuring health‑and‑safety compliance—this NVQ turns day‑to‑day experience into an industry‑approved credential and paves the way to the CSCS Gold Supervisor Card.
Course Overview
Unlike classroom‑based courses, this diploma is assessed entirely in the workplace. You will compile evidence from your current role—photographs, method statements, witness testimonies, reports, and professional discussions—mapped against National Occupational Standards (NOS). An assessor visits the site to observe your performance and guide you in building a robust portfolio. As a result, you gain formal recognition without stepping away from your job or delaying project deadlines.
Course Benefits
- Industry Credibility – Awarded by ProQual and regulated by Ofqual, recognised across the UK and internationally.
- CSCS Gold Card Eligibility – A highly valued proof of competence that grants wider site access and boosts employability.
- Work‑Based & Flexible – No exams or college attendance; assessments fit around site schedules and shift patterns.
- Career Progression – Opens doors to senior technical, supervisory, and project‑coordination roles; increases earning potential.
- Safety & Compliance Focus – Strengthens understanding of current legislation, site safety, and environmental best practice.
- Recognition of Existing Skills – Ideal for experienced staff who need a formal qualification to match their hands‑on expertise.
Course Study Units
The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations – Site Technical Support to achieve the qualification candidates must complete all the mandatory and the required number of optional units for one of the following pathways:
Mandatory Units
| Title | Level |
| Operate health, safety and welfare systems in construction | 3 |
| Prepare programmes and schedules of work in construction | 3 |
| Operate project information systems in construction | 3 |
| Develop and maintain working relationships and personal development in construction | 3 |
| Implement contract work in construction | 4 |
| Establish and maintain the dimensional control of construction works | 3 |
Optional Units
| Title | Level |
| Prepare for, collect, analyse and present survey data in construction | 3 |
| Record the condition of property in construction | 3 |
| Integrate and control project design information in construction | 4 |
| Prepare for work operations in construction | 4 |
| Prepare for and carry out physical testing in construction | 3 |
| Prepare proposals and obtain feedback for the provision of products and services in construction | 4 |
| Prepare and process invitations to tender in construction | 3 |
| Prepare estimates, bids and tenders in construction | 3 |
| Monitor, maintain and improve supplies of materials in construction | 3 |
| Recommend and monitor supplies of plant and equipment in construction | 3 |
| Prepare drawings and schedules in construction | 3 |
| Assess, plan and monitor project methods and progress in construction | 4 |
| Prepare and monitor costs and accounts in construction | 4 |
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be able to:
- Interpret and communicate technical information, drawings, and specifications clearly.
- Implement and monitor robust health, safety, and environmental protection measures.
- Conduct accurate site surveys, setting‑out, and dimensional checks.
- Track progress, quality, and resource usage against project programmes.
- Identify and resolve on‑site technical issues promptly and effectively.
- Liaise confidently with engineers, architects, suppliers, and subcontractors to keep projects on track.
- Contribute data for cost control, materials management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Who Is This Course For?
- Site Technicians, Assistant Engineers, and Junior Site Managers seeking formal recognition.
- Experienced operatives moving into technical support or supervisory roles.
- Graduates of craft or trade NVQs aiming to progress toward management.
- Employers who want to upskill staff and demonstrate competence for tenders or audit purposes.
- International professionals who need a UK‑recognised qualification for work visas or global project work.
Course Future Progression
Successful learners typically move on to:
- ProQual Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (CSCS Gold and routes to Chartered status).
- ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management or Construction Site Management (CSCS Black Card).
- Higher education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.
- Senior roles such as Site Engineer, Site Manager, Project Coordinator, or Quality Manager.