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Civils / Building Site Supervisor NVQ
Civils / Building Site Supervisor NVQ
The Civils / Building Site Supervisor NVQ Level 4 assesses supervisors running civil engineering and building sites. It leads to the Gold CSCS Supervisor card. It costs £1,200 fixed with no VAT, typically takes 4–8 weeks with assessment carried out remotely or on site from your normal work — no exams, no classroom, and leads to the Gold CSCS Supervisor card.
Qualification Overview
If you supervise civils or building works — coordinating trades, programme and progress, safety briefings, quality and records — this pathway of the Construction Site Supervision NVQ formally recognises your supervisory competence at Level 4.
Assessment is evidence-based from the site you supervise, remotely or on site, typically over 6–10 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision |
| Qualification code | 610/1090/X |
| Level | 4 |
| Awarding body | GQA |
| Typical completion | 4–8 weeks |
| Assessment | Remote or on-site evidence — no exams, no classroom |
| Typical CSCS route | Gold CSCS Supervisor |
Who this NVQ is for
Practising site supervisors on civils and building projects who need the NVQ for the Gold CSCS Supervisor card or contract requirements.
Entry requirements
You need to be working in the role (or able to evidence recent competent work) so an assessor can gather real workplace evidence. No exams and no classroom — your day-to-day work is the evidence.
CSCS card route
With this Level 4 NVQ plus the CITB HS&E supervisors test you can apply for the Gold CSCS Supervisor card.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference from Level 3 supervision?
Level 3 (Occupational Work Supervision) suits working supervisors and foremen; Level 4 covers full site supervision responsibility.
Cost?
£1,200 fixed, no VAT.
What candidates say
“I really enjoyed this course and learned a lot! The instructor was very knowledgeable and engaging, making the material easy to understand. The course materials were well-organised and easy to follow. This course provided me with valuable skills that I can apply in my work.”
Marcin Wos — Verified Google review ↗
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Gold CSCS Supervisor card
On completion you can apply for the Gold CSCS Supervisor card, proving competence in your trade.
Your NVQ pathway
- Level 2 Skilled
- Level 3 Advanced
- Level 4 Supervisor
- Level 5 Senior Supervisor
- Level 6 Manager
Your current qualification is highlighted. Progress up the pathway as your career develops.
How the e-portfolio assessment works
- Enrol and be assigned a dedicated occupational assessor.
- Gather workplace evidence — photos, videos, witness statements — via our online portal.
- Complete a professional discussion and observations against the 610/0052/9 standards.
- Certification, then apply to CSCS for your card.