Level 6 Construction Management NVQ: Examples of Evidence
The Level 6 Construction Management NVQ is one of the highest vocational qualifications for site managers. Its core strength lies in its assessment format: the portfolio of evidence. This portfolio needs to tangibly prove that the manager is already performing the duties of a senior leader.
In today’s blog, we’ll break down the kind of evidence you’ll need to collect for the NVQ.
The Core Documentation: Planning and Finance
Evidence of competence begins with documentation related to the strategic and financial units of the NVQ. The assessor needs proof that you’re involved in high-level decision-making and resource allocation. This evidence should include:
- Project Execution Plans (PEPs): Showing your involvement in the overall strategy and sequencing of work.
- Budget Reports and Cost Control Records: Documents that demonstrate your responsibility for managing project finances, tracking expenditure, and justifying variations.
- Procurement Schedules and Subcontractor Selection Criteria: Evidence of how you manage the supply chain and select subcontractors based on competence and cost-effectiveness.
- Communication Strategy Documents: Emails or formal letters demonstrating communication with the Client, Principal Designer, and regulatory bodies.
Safety and Quality Assurance Records
Competence in health, safety, and quality is non-negotiable for a Level 6 manager. This section of the portfolio is often the largest, and must show direct responsibility. Critical documents include:
- Site Inspection Reports and Audits: Signed reports showing your regular inspections of the site and the remedial actions you initiated.
- Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs): Documents detailing defects you identified and the corrective measures you implemented to maintain quality standards.
- Temporary Works Registers: Records demonstrating oversight of the planning, installation, and removal of temporary works systems (scaffolding, shoring, etc.).
- Accident Investigation Reports: Reports where you led the investigation into a significant incident or near-miss, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures.
- Legislative Updates and Implementation Plans: Documents showing how you adapted site procedures in response to changes in law (e.g., a recent change in dust control protocol).
The Level 6 Construction Management NVQ: Observation and Discussion
While documentation forms the foundation, the NVQ requires non-documentary evidence to verify your competence. This includes:
- Assessor’s Remote Observation: The assessor will remotely observe you performing a high-level task, such as conducting a formal site walkaround, delivering a strategy briefing, or chairing a progress meeting. This observation verifies your competence in a live environment.
- Professional Discussions: These are structured conversations where the assessor probes your portfolio evidence and asks you to explain the “why” behind your decisions. This is your opportunity to articulate your strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and deep understanding of construction law. This discussion is often the final key to the qualification.
Conclusion (Level 6 Construction Management NVQ: Examples of Evidence)
Level 6 is a rigorous assessment of executive site competence. Successfully achieving it relies entirely on the quality and breadth of your evidence.
The required portfolio needs to be a verifiable, comprehensive record of your managerial duties, spanning strategic planning, financial oversight, safety leadership, and team management. By systematically gathering core documentation and preparing for the professional discussion, you transform your years of on-site experience into the highest level of professional accreditation, ensuring your career progression is formally recognised.
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