Course Overview
This qualification is ideal for experienced tradesmen who are stepping into or already operating in a supervisory role within the construction industry. It recognises your ability to oversee teams, coordinate tasks, and ensure safety and quality on site. If you’ve been leading a gang, supervising specific trades, or handling daily site tasks and coordination, this NVQ proves your competence and helps progress your career into more formal supervisory positions.
Assessment:
- 100% evidence-based portfolio
- No exams or classroom time
- Remote assessment (on-site visit if required)
- Includes observation, work logs, professional discussion, and witness testimonies
What It Covers:
- Supervising and coordinating construction operations
- Managing health, safety and welfare on site
- Monitoring quality of work and ensuring work meets specifications
- Allocating and monitoring resources, tools, and workforce
- Maintaining effective communication between teams and management
- Implementing site procedures and solving practical issues
Eligibility:
- At least 3–5 years construction experience
- Currently working in or stepping into a supervisory role
- Age 19+
Who It’s For:
- Lead Hands / Gangers
- Assistant Foremen
- Trade Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- Experienced workers ready to take a step up in responsibility
Duration:
2 to 4 months depending on evidence and learner pace
Outcome:
Successful learners will achieve an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision, enabling them to apply for a Gold CSCS Supervisor Card and qualify for more senior site roles or higher pay rates.
Support Provided:
- Dedicated remote assessor throughout
- Step-by-step guidance and support via WhatsApp or email
- Help gathering portfolio evidence and completing assessments
- On-site observation available (if needed)
Next Step:
Click Apply Now or Book Your Free 10-Minute Consultation to confirm if this is the right qualification for your supervisory role.
CSCS Gold Supervisor Card
- Confirming Work Activities and Resources
- Coordinating and Organising Work Operations
- Monitoring Progress and Quality
- Maintaining Site Safety and Welfare
- Developing and Maintaining Good Working Relationships
- Coordinating the Work of Others
- Gang leaders / Foremen / Chargehands
- Skilled workers with team responsibilities
- Supervisors overseeing small crews or subcontractors
- Lead fixers, plasterers, dryliners, groundworkers or painters managing tasks
- Effective team leadership and task allocation
- Supervising health & safety on construction sites
- Monitoring progress and maintaining quality standards
- Communicating with site managers, trades, and subcontractors
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution on-site
