Who it's aimed at This qualification is designed for senior managers, directors, and business leaders who are responsible for setting and delivering organisational strategy. It is particularly suited to professionals involved in:• Strategic decision-making• Business growth and transformation• Strategic marketing and commercial planning• Leadership of teams, departments, or entire organisations Candidates who register for this qualification are typically operating at a senior level and wish to formalise and enhance their strategic leadership capability. Entry Requirements Be in a senior management or leadership role, have responsibility for strategy, planning, or organisational performance. Or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience. Candidates must be aged 18 or above and must be in a role, or have access to an organisational context, that enables them to generate valid evidence for the qualification. Units options Group A- Mandatory units include: Develop a strategic business plan Execute a strategic business plan Provide strategic leadership and direction Optional unit must be chosen from each group and will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Options include: Group B (Minimum of 4, dependant on the unit credit level) Develop a business strategy Establish organisational governance controls Shape organisational culture and values Manage strategic human resources Obtain financial resources Lead the development of a quality strategy Lead the development of a continuous improvement strategy Establish business risk management processes Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion Design business processes Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other organisations Optimise the use of technology Manage product and/or service development Manage strategic marketing activities Lead the development of a knowledge management strategy Please note: This qualification will require written assignments. Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for those who might be Contracts Manager, Project Managers, Senior Site Managers, Head of or at Director level managing Construction projects or those looking to step into this role. Entry Requirements Relevant experience managing and directing construction projects or working towards a senior management role. Units options There are ten mandatory units, which are listed below, as well as an additional mandatory unit which will be selected in agreement with you by your NVQ Assessor. Manage project processes in construction management Manage teams in construction management Recruit staff in own area of responsibility Examine staff turnover issues in own area of responsibility Plan, allocate and monitor work of a team Plan, allocate and monitor work in own area of responsibility Provide advice judgement and service ethically in construction management Lead and manage meetings Participate in meetings Develop self and others in construction management There are also optional units for this NVQ. They will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Optional Units: Control budgets and contract entitlement Control projects in construction management Prepare and agree a project brief and outline programme in construction Direct the management of design development and processes Manage the preparation and submission of estimates, bids and tenders Implement, monitor and control strategic procurement systems Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments Evaluate sustainable resources and requirements for the whole lifecycle of a construction project Establish project procurement arrangements Implement procurement processes Ensure that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed Evaluate and progress the resolution of contractual disputes Manage marketing and customer service Managing the handover of the construction project Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/manager/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry. This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to become MCIOB. The chartered status is via a professional review. We can provide information as to what is included in the CIOB Professional Review.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is aimed at individuals who want to demonstrate their skills and knowledge of the technical and practical day to day aspects of site inspection and who may already be employed as a senior site inspector in the construction or the built environment and have at least 2 years of experience. Entry Requirements Relevant on-site experience in construction  Experience in managing quality of work and health and safety aspects, or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Units options Mandatory units include: Monitor project quality Practise in a professional manner Manage interaction with others Set up and manage technical information systems Verify and maintain systems for managing site health, safety and welfare Manage project progress and handover There are also optional units for this NVQ. They will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Optional units include: Implement agreed policies and programmes for undertaking maintenance works in construction Confirm and report on property condition in construction Monitor test processes in construction Manage and develop teams and individuals in construction Evaluate and progress the resolution of potential disputes in construction Monitor and solve customer service problems in construction Recruit and plan the workforce in construction Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/manager/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications.  Ones to consider: Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice (OSHP) Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for those who have a hybrid role and may work on site occasionally. Such as QS, Buyers, Project Managers, Contract Managers and Designer and estimators etc. Entry Requirements Relevant experience supporting construction projects. Units options Mandatory units include: Maintain health, safety and welfare systems in construction Leading meetings and taking decisions Developing and maintaining working relationships Managing your personal development Managing the performance of teams There are four optional units which must be chosen. Units will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Options include: Identifying, assessing and evaluating project requirements Coordinating project designs Specifying production document requirements and ensuring the control and maintenance of project information Developing a programme of works and a procurement programme Implementing strategic and integrated supply chain management and sourcing partnerships Obtaining tenders and appointing contractors Evaluating enquiries and submitting tenders Evaluating work methods and developing a programme of works Developing a procurement plan and optimising supplier and service provider performance Controlling contract work Optimising contract progress and controlling costs Preparing and agreeing interim valuations, entitlements and final accounts Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/manager/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry. Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice (OSHP) Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to become MCIOB. The chartered status is via a professional review. We can provide information as to what is included in the CIOB Professional Review.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for individuals such as assistant site managers or experience site managers, running construction projects. Entry Requirements Relevant on-site experience in construction – currently employed in a site management or assistant site manager role  Experience in managing teams and work, or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Units options There are 19 mandatory units to complete. These include: Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace Allocating work and monitoring people's performance in the workplace Contributing to the identification of a work team in the workplace Establishing, implementing and maintaining organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing in the workplace Establishing, controlling and monitoring environmental factors and sustainability in the workplace Evaluating and confirming work methods in the workplace Planning the preparation of the site for the project in the workplace Monitoring Project Activities in the Workplace Ensuring that work activities and resources meet the project work requirements in the workplace Identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery in the workplace Organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials in the workplace Identifying and maintaining communication systems and organisational procedures in the workplace Controlling project progress against agreed quality standards in the workplace Establishing dimensional control criteria in the workplace Controlling project progress against agreed programmes in the workplace Controlling project quantities and costs in the workplace Evaluating feedback and making recommendations in the workplace Managing your personal development in the workplace Managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace One optional unit which must be chosen. The unit will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Optional Units include: Managing the project handover in the workplace Enabling learning opportunities Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/manager/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry. Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice (OSHP) Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to become MCIOB. The chartered status is via a professional review. We can provide information as to what is included in the CIOB Professional Review.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for experienced site supervisors or assistant site managers who are overseeing site operations. It is a good stepping stone for those who wish to complete this NVQ before moving onto the Level 6 CSM NVQ in the future. Entry Requirements Relevant on-site experience in construction – currently employed in a supervisory or assistant site manager role or actively fulfilling supervisory duties on-site  Experience in supervising teams and managing work, or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Units options There are 14 mandatory units to complete. These include: Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace Implementing, maintaining and reviewing systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing and environmental protection in the workplace Assessing and agreeing work methods in the workplace Planning work activities and resources to meet project requirements in the workplace Co-ordinating preparation for site operations in the workplace Co-ordinating work control in the workplace Controlling work progress against agreed programmes in the workplace Allocating and monitoring the use of plant equipment or machinery in the workplace Implementing communication systems for the project in the workplace Controlling work against agreed quality standards in the workplace Contributing to the control of work quantities and costs in the workplace Maintaining supplies of materials to meet project requirements in the workplace Maintaining the dimensional accuracy of work in the workplace Supervising the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works in the workplace One optional unit which must be chosen. The unit will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role.  Optional units include: Allocating work and monitoring people's performance in the workplace Managing personal development Enabling learning opportunities Supervising activities to traditional and heritage buildings and structures Supervising the pre-installation planning for retrofit works Supervising the installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit works Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/supervisory/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry. Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice (OSHP) Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management  Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to become MCIOB. The chartered status is via a professional review. We can provide information as to what is included in the CIOB Professional Review.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for those who are in any role that deals with customers direct. Examples include: Receptionists Sales teams House Developer sales team Aftercare team Tenant liaison officer Call Centre teams etc Entry Requirements Relevant experience in customer service or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Candidates must be aged 18 or above and must be in a role, or have access to an organisational context, that enables them to generate valid evidence for the qualification. Units options Mandatory units include: Organise and deliver customer service Understand the customer service environment Resolve customers’ problems Principles of business Manage personal and professional development Understand customers and customer retention Optional unit must be chosen from each group and will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Optional units include: Group 1 Communicate verbally with customers Communicate with customers in writing Exceed customer expectations Promote additional products and/or services to customers Deliver customer service while working on customers’ premises Deliver customer service to challenging customers Develop customer relationships Support customer service improvements Support customers through real-time online customer service Use social media to deliver customer service Group 2 Negotiate in a business environment Promote equality, diversion and inclusion in the workplace Manage individuals’ performance Manage diary systems Contribute to the organisation of an event Provide Reception services Processing sales orders Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications. Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Management Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for those who undertake health and safety, inspecting work and managing associated documentation. Entry Requirements Relevant on-site experience in construction  Experience in managing quality of work and health and safety aspects, or in a role where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Units options Mandatory units include: Monitoring Projects, monitoring Health and Safety Systems and Responsibilities Preparing documentation for Handover and Obtaining Project Feedback Preparing and Organising Site Inspection Information Monitoring Dimensional Accuracy Practicing in a Professional and Ethical Manner Inspecting and Reporting on Condition of Property One optional unit must be chosen. Units will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role.  Options include: Planning and Monitoring Maintenance Programmes Developing and Maintaining Professional Working Relationships Monitor and Solve Customer Service Problems Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/supervisory/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry. Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice (OSHP) Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Senior Site Inspection Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to become MCIOB. The chartered status is via a professional review. We can provide information as to what is included in the CIOB Professional Review.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for individuals supporting teams that are overseeing and managing construction projects. Entry Requirements Relevant experience supporting construction projects. Units options Mandatory units include: Operate Health, Safety and Welfare Systems Prepare Programmes and Schedules of Work Operate Project Information Systems Develop and Maintain Working Relationships and Personal Development There are three optional units which must be chosen. Units will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role. Optional Units include: Prepare for, Collect, Analyse and Present Survey Data Record the Condition of Property Prepare Drawings and Schedules Prepare and Process Invitations to Tender Prepare Estimates, Bids and Tenders Prepare for Work Operations Implement Contract Work Establish and Maintain the Dimensional Control of Construction Works Prepare for and Carry Out Physical Testing Assess, Plan and Monitor Project Methods and Progress Monitor, Maintain and Improve Supplies of Materials Recommend and Monitor Supplies of Plant and Equipment Prepare and Monitor Costs and Accounts Prepare Proposals and Obtain Feedback for the Provision of Products and Services Integrate and Control Project Design information Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/supervisory/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry. Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice (OSHP) Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to become MCIOB. The chartered status is via a professional review. We can provide information as to what is included in the CIOB Professional Review.

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Who it's aimed at This qualification is for working Supervisors, Gangers or General Foreman who are overseeing site operatives. It is also ideal for those who wish to complete this NVQ before moving onto the Level 4 CSS NVQ in the future. Entry Requirements Relevant on-site experience in construction – currently employed in a supervisory role or where there will be an opportunity to build this experience.  Units options Mandatory units include: 1. Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area2. Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships3. Confirming the Occupational Method of Work4. Implementing and maintaining health, safety and welfare5. Coordinating and organising work operations We then must choose a minimum of two optional units. Units will be chosen specific to the individual and what they do in their role.Optional units include: Allocating and monitoring the use of plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles Monitoring progress of work against schedules Confirming work meets contractual, industry and manufacturers’ standards Implementing procedures to support the team performance Co-ordinating and confirming the dimensional control requirements of the work Applicable CSCS Card following completion of qualification https://www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/supervisory/ Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification recognised across the UK construction industry.  This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications.  Ones to consider: Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHSP) Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision   Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management  Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management

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