The framework comprises of a technical qualification, Higher National Certificate in Construction. The HNC option will be a HNC in Civil Engineering. And an NVQ at Level 4.
The occupation covered by this standard is Construction Site Supervisor and typical job titles can include: Assistant Site Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Civil Engineering Supervisor or Construction Site Supervisor. In the case of SME construction companies the roles are likely to include Site Engineer, Civil Engineer or Project Engineer. They are associated with the dimensional control and application of engineering solutions on construction projects and are based on construction sites with occasional time in offices.
The main duties and tasks of a Construction Site Supervisor are:
Civil Engineering Units:
Most assessment is through written coursework although there are some class-based tests and one group project. A typical unit may include two coursework assignments and one class-based open-book test.
Stage 1 - is the preparation for the presentation and structured
interview. It will consist of:
A project which will test the apprentice's
ability to integrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours acquired during the
apprenticeship by developing a response to a technical brief set by the
assessment organisation, with a number of options and a rationale for the choice
of one as the optimum solution
A written report of 1500-1600 words which
demonstrates how, in the course of their apprenticeship, the apprentice has
integrated the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be a competent Construction
Site Engineering Technician. The report is verified by a professionally
qualified engineer and will be used to inform the structured interview
Stage 2 - is the face to face stage which will consist of:
A 10 minute
presentation by the apprentice to the Assessor Panel showcasing their response
to the project brief. This will be followed by 10-15 minutes of questions and
discussion.
A 30-40 minute structured interview based on the written report
submitted prior to the interview, the purpose being to determine the
apprentice's ability to integrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours acquired
during the apprenticeship.
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