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Civil engineering site management (degree) (level 6)

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Design and manage construction projects.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours
View knowledge, skills and behaviours

Knowledge

  • Understand engineering principles, codes and standards including, but not limited to: transportation, buildings, infrastructure, utilities and structures.
  • Understand the client’s needs and the practicality of using certain engineering solutions to meet those needs, taking into account constraints and opportunities.
  • Understand design principles, building surveys, costing, risk analysis, sustainability, Health and Safety, buildability, contract law.
  • Understand the project management cycle including the planning, budgeting, project funding and payment processes so as to lead to effective project delivery.
  • Understand principles of teamworking, staff co-ordination, supply chain management, performance management and the development of people.
  • Understand the importance maintaining of quality standards, using records, systems, tools and techniques for quality improvement.
  • Understand budgets, costs, various forms of contract, procurement and record keeping and their impact on project success, profitability and meeting the budget.
  • Understand different forms of communication (written, verbal, electronic) and evaluate the best solution for different circumstances.
  • Be aware of the importance of good working relationships, the needs of others and equality and diversity in the workplace
  • Understand obligations for Health, Safety and Welfare issues on site, how to identify potential hazards and manage the risks
  • Understand the environmental impact of civil engineering activities and how to minimise negative impacts during all stages of the project

Skills

  • To develop and apply practical engineering solutions using established and emerging civil engineering technologies such as, but not limited to, new materials or off-site manufacture
  • Be able to identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks. Be able to contribute to the design, development and implementation of engineering solutions and evaluate their effectiveness
  • Be able to plan for effective project management, plan and organise resources, tasks and people. Be able to manage teams and staff to meet project requirements and be able to manage quality processes.
  • Be able to prepare and control budgets and apply statutory and commercial frameworks to ensure profitability and adherence to budget.
  • Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work.
  • Be able to manage engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development and implements best practice.
  • Be able to communicate well with others at all levels and discuss plans and issues. Demonstrate personal and social skills and an ability to deal with colleagues and stakeholders in a way that enhances equality and diversity. Be able to proactively transfer information to teams and staff.

Behaviours

  • Be responsible for your own work and that of others.
  • Exercise independent engineering judgement, take responsibility for actions and decisions and operate within the constraints of own skills and knowledge.
  • Be able to operate within the Institution of Civil Engineers Code of Conduct and implement work activities within the context of industry issues. Promote ethical behaviour in others and promote the construction industry.
  • Identify own development needs and take appropriate action to meet those needs. Use own knowledge and expertise for the benefit of others.
Apprenticeship category (sector)
Construction and the built environment
Qualification level
6
Equal to degree
Course duration
36 months
Maximum funding
£18,000
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
Job titles include
  • Site Manager
  • Sub Agent
  • Assistant Site Manager
  • Section Engineer

View more information about Civil engineering site management (degree) (level 6) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.