NVQ Level 3 in Construction Contracting Operations

AT A GLANCE

The Results

On completion of the Contracting Operations NVQ, you will be able to apply for a gold ‘supervisor’ cscs card. The CSCS will ask for proof of your NVQ certificate along with proof of a HS&E supervisors test pass within the last 2 years.

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About This NVQ

The aim of the NVQ Level 3 in Construction Contracting Operations qualification is to recognise the skills, knowledge and understanding, as well as being able to demonstrate competence in the workplace when working in a construction support role as a buyer, planner, estimator or surveyor.

Who is the NVQ For?

The NVQ Level 3 in Construction Contracting Operations qualification is aimed at candidates who are employed in a buyer, planner, estimator or surveyor role within construction. It has been developed for completion in a real workplace environment and on completion of the NVQ, you will be able to apply for a gold ‘supervisor’ cscs card.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, the qualification will assess a learner’s competence in their current job role. Learners must be aged 16+ and be working in a role that will allow them to demonstrate their competence against the required units.

Delivery

Learners will be assessed using a range of methods tailored to the learners needs. These vary from on-site assessments, observations, written questions, evidence generated from the workplace, professional discussions, and witness testimonies.

Our NVQ Process

Evidence is gathered by means of; videos, photographs, on-site assessments, observations, written questions, workplace documents, professional discussions and witness testimonies. Your assessor will support you throughout the process. Evidence is uploaded and assessed via an E Portfolio whereby you can track your progress throughout.

NVQ Content

Typical units within the Construction Contracting Operations NVQ include:

 

The below units are in relation to the Estimating pathway.

Mandatory Units:

  • Operate health, safety and welfare systems in construction
  • Prepare programmes and schedules of work in construction
  • Operate project information systems in construction
  • Develop and maintain working relationships and personal development in construction
  • Prepare and process invitations to tender in construction
  • Prepare estimates, bids and tenders in construction

 

Optional Units:

  • Prepare for, collect, analyse and present survey data in construction
  • Record the condition of property in construction
  • Integrate and control project design information in construction
  • Prepare drawings and schedules in construction
  • Prepare for work operations in construction
  • Implement contract work in construction
  • Establish and maintain the dimensional control of construction works
  • Prepare for and carry out physical testing in construction
  • Assess, plan and monitor project methods and progress in construction
  • Monitor, maintain and improve supplies of materials in construction
  • Recommend and monitor supplies of plant and equipment in construction
  • Prepare and monitor costs and accounts in construction
  • Prepare proposals and obtain feedback for the provision of products and services in construction