Boost Your Career with a Management NVQ – Get the Right CSCS Card
If you’re looking to progress in the construction industry, obtaining a management NVQ is the best way to gain recognised qualifications and apply for the right CSCS card to match your experience.
At All Star Safety, we offer a range of NVQs designed for construction professionals, from trade workers looking to become supervisors to experienced managers overseeing large-scale projects.
Why Choose a Management NVQ?
A Management NVQ allows you to demonstrate your competence in a leadership role while continuing your job. These qualifications are work-based, meaning you use real workplace evidence to prove your skills without needing to take time off for classroom-based training.
By achieving a management NVQ, you can apply for:
•Gold CSCS Card (Supervisory) – For supervisors and team leaders.
•Black CSCS Card (Managerial) – For site and project managers.
Which CSCS Card Can You Get with a Management NVQ?
Supervisory and Management NVQs
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision – Gold CSCS Card
The Level 3 NVQ in Occupational Work Supervision is for skilled workers who have moved into a supervisory role and need formal recognition of their leadership abilities. This NVQ is suitable for:
•Site Supervisors
•Gangers
•Foremen
•Lead Tradespeople
This qualification covers team leadership, health and safety compliance, and work planning, demonstrating that you can oversee construction teams effectively.
CSCS Card: Upon completion, you can apply for the Gold CSCS Card (Supervisory), which is required for supervisory roles on most UK construction sites.
Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision – Gold CSCS Card
The Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision is aimed at site supervisors who have greater responsibilities in health and safety, site organisation, and quality control. This NVQ is perfect for:
•Assistant Site Managers
•Senior Supervisors
•Site Coordinators
It covers essential topics such as controlling project progress, risk management, and ensuring site safety, making it a valuable qualification for those managing small to medium construction projects.
CSCS Card: Completing this NVQ allows you to apply for the Gold CSCS Card (Supervisory), ensuring you meet industry standards for site supervision.
Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management – Black CSCS Card
The Level 6 NVQ in Construction Site Management is the ideal qualification for experienced site managers looking to gain formal recognition of their skills. This NVQ is designed for those who manage construction projects, site teams, and client relationships.
Typical job roles include:
•Site Managers
•Project Managers
•Construction Managers
The qualification covers contract management, budgeting, resource planning, and site safety management. It demonstrates your ability to lead construction projects effectively while ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
CSCS Card: Successful completion qualifies you for the Black CSCS Card (Managerial), which is required for site and project management roles.
Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations – Black CSCS Card
The Level 6 NVQ in Construction Contracting Operations is tailored for professionals working in non-site-based management roles within construction. It is ideal for:
•Estimators
•Quantity Surveyors
•Buyers
•Site Engineers
•Planning & Logistics Managers
This NVQ focuses on technical and commercial management, covering key areas like contract administration, cost control, procurement, and project planning. It proves you have the expertise to oversee construction operations beyond on-site management.
CSCS Card: This NVQ qualifies you for the Black CSCS Card (Managerial), recognising you as a senior professional in construction contracting.
Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management – Black CSCS Card
The Level 7 NVQ in Construction Senior Management is the highest level of management NVQ, designed for experienced professionals who lead multiple projects, large teams, or company-wide construction operations. It suits roles such as:
•Construction Directors
•Senior Project Managers
•Contracts Managers
This qualification covers strategic leadership, financial control, risk management, and business development, ensuring that senior managers can successfully oversee large-scale construction projects and organisational growth.
CSCS Card: Completing this NVQ qualifies you for the Black CSCS Card (Managerial), the highest-level CSCS card available for construction managers.
Trade NVQs – Qualifying for Skilled Worker and Advanced Craft CSCS Cards
If you are a skilled tradesperson looking to gain formal recognition, we also offer Level 2 and Level 3 NVQs that lead to the Blue (Skilled Worker) and Gold (Advanced Craft) CSCS cards.
Level 2 Trade NVQs – Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card
A Level 2 NVQ is required for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, ensuring that you meet industry competency standards. We offer NVQs including:
• Plant Operations (Excavator, Telehandler, Dumper, Roller, Slinger Signaller, etc.)
• Formwork
• Roofing
• Cladding Occupations
• Steel Fixing
• Dry Lining
Level 3 Trade NVQs – Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card
For those with advanced trade skills, a Level 3 NVQ can qualify you for the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card, demonstrating a higher level of expertise. We offer Level 3 NVQs including:
• Formwork (Advanced)
• Trowel Occupations (Bricklaying)
• Dry Lining – Finishing and Fixing
Why Do You Need a CSCS Card?
The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) ensures that all workers on UK construction sites are properly qualified. Different NVQs lead to different CSCS cards, allowing workers to progress from Skilled Worker (Blue) to Manager (Black).
For full details on CSCS cards, visit the official CSCS website.
Ready to Get Qualified?
At All Star Safety, we offer expert support to help you achieve your NVQ and gain the right CSCS card for your career progression. Whether you’re looking to become a supervisor, site manager, or senior leader, we can guide you through the process.
📞 Contact us today at 0330 133 0402 or email info@allstarsafety.co.uk to start your NVQ journey!