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Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management
Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management
The Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management is a competence-based construction NVQ awarded by GQA (a CITB-approved centre). Assessed entirely in your workplace via remote e-portfolio — no exams, nationwide. It costs £1,400 fixed with no VAT, typically takes 8–12 weeks with assessment carried out remotely or on site from your normal work — no exams, no classroom.
Qualification Overview
The Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management is a competence-based construction NVQ awarded by GQA (a CITB-approved centre). Assessed entirely in your workplace via remote e-portfolio — no exams, nationwide.
Qualification Structure
The Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management is built from mandatory and optional units. You complete all mandatory units, plus optional units chosen to match your pathway.
Mandatory units Required — all 10
You must complete all 10 mandatory units.
| Unit no. | Unit title | Level | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| J/508/5121 | Manage project processes in construction management | 7 | 29 |
| L/508/5122 | Manage teams in construction management | 7 | 16 |
| R/508/5123 | Recruit staff in own area of responsibility | 5 | 4 |
| Y/508/5124 | Examine staff turnover issues in own area of responsibility | 5 | 4 |
| D/508/5125 | Plan, allocate and monitor work of a team | 3 | 5 |
| K/508/5127 | Plan, allocate and monitor work in own area of responsibility | 4 | 5 |
| H/508/5126 | Provide advice, judgement and service ethically in construction management | 7 | 19 |
| M/508/5128 | Lead and manage meetings | 3 | 4 |
| T/508/5129 | Participate in meetings | 2 | 2 |
| K/508/5130 | Develop self and others in construction management | 6 | 11 |
Optional units Choose to suit your pathway
Select and complete the optional units chosen with your assessor to match the tasks you carry out on site.
| Unit no. | Unit title | Level | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| M/508/5131 | (Pathway 1 –) Control projects in construction management | 7 | 23 |
| A/508/5133 | (Pathway 1 –) Prepare and agree a project brief and outline programme in construction | 7 | 24 |
| J/508/5135 | (Pathway 1 –) Direct the management of design development and processes in construction management | 7 | 22 |
| L/508/5136 | (Pathway 1 –) Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction | 7 | 22 |
| F/508/5134 | (Pathway 1 –) Evaluate sustainable resources and requirements for the whole lifecycle of a construction project | 6 | 20 |
| R/508/5137 | (Pathway 1 –) Establish project procurement arrangements in construction management | 6 | 18 |
| Y/508/5138 | (Pathway 1 –) Implement, monitor and control strategic procurement systems in construction management | 7 | 12 |
| D/508/5139 | (Pathway 1 –) Implement procurement processes in construction management | 6 | 19 |
| R/508/5140 | (Pathway 1 –) Manage the preparation and submission of estimates, bids and tenders in construction management | 7 | 16 |
| Y/508/5141 | (Pathway 1 –) Ensure that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed in construction management | 6 | 18 |
| T/508/5132 | (Pathway 1 –) Control budgets and contract entitlement in construction management | 7 | 11 |
| D/508/5142 | (Pathway 1 –) Evaluate and progress the resolution of contractual disputes in construction management | 7 | 18 |
| H/508/5143 | (Pathway 1 –) Manage marketing and customer service in construction management | 6 | 13 |
| K/508/5144 | (Pathway 1 –) Managing the handover of the construction project in the workplace | 6 | 10 |
| T/508/5132 | (Pathway 2 –) Control budgets and contract entitlement in construction management | 7 | 11 |
| A/508/5133 | (Pathway 2 –) Prepare and agree a project brief and outline programme in construction | 7 | 24 |
| J/508/5135 | (Pathway 2 –) Direct the management of design development and processes in construction management | 7 | 22 |
| L/508/5136 | (Pathway 2 –) Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction | 7 | 22 |
| F/508/5134 | (Pathway 2 –) Evaluate sustainable resources and requirements for the whole lifecycle of a construction project | 6 | 20 |
| R/508/5137 | (Pathway 2 –) Establish project procurement arrangements in construction management | 6 | 18 |
| Y/508/5138 | (Pathway 2 –) Implement, monitor and control strategic procurement systems in construction management | 7 | 12 |
| D/508/5139 | (Pathway 2 –) Implement procurement processes in construction management | 6 | 19 |
| R/508/5140 | (Pathway 2 –) Manage the preparation and submission of estimates, bids and tenders in construction management | 7 | 16 |
| Y/508/5141 | (Pathway 2 –) Ensure that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed in construction management | 6 | 18 |
| M/508/5131 | (Pathway 2 –) Control projects in construction management | 7 | 23 |
| D/508/5142 | (Pathway 2 –) Evaluate and progress the resolution of contractual disputes in construction management | 7 | 18 |
| H/508/5143 | (Pathway 2 –) Manage marketing and customer service in construction management | 6 | 13 |
| K/508/5144 | (Pathway 2 –) Managing the handover of the construction project in the workplace | 6 | 10 |
Qualification facts
- Qualification number (QAN): 601/8902/2
- Total credits: 184
- Assessment method: Portfolio of Evidence (workplace observation, witness testimony, professional discussion and knowledge questions)
Available pathway
This qualification is delivered as GQA Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management — a single competence-based NVQ with a choice of specialist pathways. You qualify in the pathway that matches the work you already do on site, assessed by remote e-portfolio. Available pathways include Commercial Director, Operations Director, Project Director, Senior Manager.
- Commercial Director
- Operations Director
- Project Director
- Senior Manager
Popular routes include commercial director, operations director, project director, senior manager. Tell us your trade and we’ll confirm the right pathway and CSCS card outcome (Black CSCS Manager).
Entry requirements
You hold senior or strategic responsibility across projects or the business.
To start Level 7 qualification you need:
- A relevant job to be assessed in. This is a competence qualification, so you must have access to real work of the right type while you are registered. No workplace, no evidence.
- Proof of identity — a passport, driving licence or similar, as the awarding body requires.
- A National Insurance number, so we can obtain your Unique Learner Number.
- Enough English to explain your work to your assessor and to talk through your evidence.
- A device with a camera — a phone is fine. Evidence is photos and short videos of your own work, uploaded to your e-portfolio.
You do not need: any prior qualification, any classroom attendance, or to sit an exam. Assessment is entirely in your workplace via a remote e-portfolio, nationwide.
Tell us about any support need, disability or learning difficulty when you enrol and we will arrange reasonable adjustments — it does not affect whether you can take the qualification.
The awarding body sets the final entry criteria for each qualification. If you are not sure whether your current role gives you the right evidence, ask us before you book — we would rather tell you honestly than register you for something you cannot complete.
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Black CSCS Manager card
On completion you can apply for the Black CSCS Manager card for senior site and project management roles.
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 601/8902/2 standards.
- Certification, then apply to CSCS for your card.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Construction Senior Management NVQ take?
Most learners complete in 8–12 weeks (typical completion), depending on how quickly workplace evidence is gathered.
Are there any exams?
No. This is a competence-based qualification assessed through workplace evidence, observation and professional discussion.
Is funding available?
CITB-registered employers can claim an achievement grant. See our funding guide for details.