About
The occupation covered by this standard is Construction Site Supervisor and typical job titles can include Assistant Site Manager, Assistant Supervisor or Construction Site Supervisor. In the case of SME construction companies, the roles are likely to include Site Manager or Site Supervisor. They are associated with the supervision of specialist contractors and workers 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:
- Supervision of specialist contractors
- The control of health and safety standards on construction projects
- Recording, control and reporting of progress on a construction project
- The minimisation of the environmental impact of construction projects
- Control of quality of works on a construction project
- Assisting commercial staff with the monitoring of costs on a construction project
Benefits for the Employer
Enrolling your apprentice in the Construction Site Supervisor ST0048 standard ensures your team gains a site leader equipped with essential skills in health and safety, team coordination, and quality control. This standard prepares apprentices to oversee site operations effectively, supporting project efficiency and safety in line with UK construction regulations, ultimately strengthening your workforce with reliable, qualified supervision.
Benefits for the Apprentice
The Construction Site Supervisor ST0048 standard provides a strong foundation for a leadership role in the UK construction industry. Apprentices gain hands-on skills in site management, safety protocols, and team leadership, all crucial for maintaining quality and meeting project deadlines. This qualification is a stepping stone toward a supervisory career, positioning you for future roles and growth within the industry.
Learning Approach
Combination of day release for 2.5 years to study and achieve Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction Management for England (Construction Site Supervisor),
alongside progression of workplace evidence to support knowledge, skills and behaviours for end point assessment (EPA).
Study Commitment
Part-Time attendance
Qualification Awarded
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction Management for England (Construction Site Supervisor)
Next Steps
Contact EmployerTraining@DNColleges.ac.uk
Location
University Campus North Lincolnshire (UCNL)