Mid Green occupationConstruction and the built environment
Construction site management
Ensuring that a construction project is completed safely, within an agreed timeframe and budget.
Summary
The main duties and tasks of a Construction Site Manager are: To ensure that safe systems of work are in place on their site and that all staff and operatives on site adhere to those systems and safe standards of behaviour To manage productivity on site so that the project is completed on time To manage the activity on site in a way that adheres to contract and cost constraints To ensure that the site has minimal impact on the environment and local community To manage interfaces between the various stakeholders associated with the site To ensure that the project is completed to the specification and quality demanded by th
Typical job titles include
- Assistant Construction Site Manager | Assistant Site Manager | Construction Planner | Construction Site Manager | Site Manager | Sub Agent
Knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)
K1:
Understand the environmental impact of construction activities and how to minimise negative impacts during all stages of the project
K2:
Review threats and opportunities for the construction industry and appraise and evaluate the influence of current legal, political and social issues on the industry.
K3:
Understand the project management cycle including the planning, budgeting, project funding and payment processes so as to lead to effective project delivery.
K4:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the construction process and of the materials and technology that comprise best practice
K5:
Understand obligations for Health, Safety and Welfare issues on site, how to identify potential hazards and manage the risks
K6:
Apply knowledge of the construction process to the examination and selection of procurement processes. Evaluate different leadership styles in relation to particular projects.
K7:
Demonstrate knowledge of common defects in buildings and understand quality required
Technical Educational Products
- ST0047: Construction site management (degree) (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0047
- Status:
Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £41,490 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2455 Construction project managers and related professionals
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2455/01 Construction project and contract managers
- 1122/00 Production managers and directors in construction
S1:
Be able to set and review objectives, identify resources and their limitations and plan activities and work methods to ensure project completion on time.
S2:
Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work.
S3:
Be able to identify the standards required by clients and other stakeholders and implement effective procedures for managing, recording and improving quality.
S4:
Be able to manage construction activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development and implements best practice.
S5:
Be able to manage legal and contractual matters relating to the site and work within commercial and legal constraints to ensure effective project outcomes.
S6:
Be able to investigate problems, causes and effects and determine solutions.
S7:
Be able to identify, obtain and process information required to manage projects.
S8:
Be able to manage risk and plan for its mitigation to minimise its impact.
S9:
Be able to manage and appraise team members and specialist contractors, build teams, advise on development and resolve conflicts to ensure effective teamwork.
S10:
Be able to identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions.
S11:
Be able to effectively manage and supervise specialist contractors and operatives during the construction phase.
S12:
Be able to identify and rectify common defects in construction activities.
Technical Educational Products
- ST0047: Construction site management (degree) (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0047
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £41,490 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2455 Construction project managers and related professionals
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2455/01 Construction project and contract managers
- 1122/00 Production managers and directors in construction
B1:
Be able to work within own level of competence and know when to seek advice from others and when to be able to advise clients.
B2:
Work within a PCI’s rules and regulations of professional competence and conduct and demonstrate integrity and professionalism in all activities.
B3:
Be able to plan and manage effective meetings, present information to a variety of audiences and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
B4:
Identify own development needs and take appropriate action to meet those needs
Technical Educational Products
- ST0047: Construction site management (degree) (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0047
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £41,490 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2455 Construction project managers and related professionals
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2455/01 Construction project and contract managers
- 1122/00 Production managers and directors in construction
