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Listed below are ConstructConnect’s Hot Commercial Construction Projects, both public and private, for the week. Our Hot Projects showcases three currently bidding or sub-bidding projects from all 50 states and the District of Columbia pulled from our extensive database of construction leads.

Alabama                          

New Building for Valley Pathology
Location: Decatur, AL
Building Use: Medical

House Road Water Tank Project
Location: Brookwood, AL
Building Use: Water / Sewer

SERC ECL Teaching Lab and Gas Turbine Test Cell
Location: Tuscaloosa, AL
Building Use: Laboratories  
      

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Alaska

Replace Boilers Building 804 and 806
Location: Anchorage, AK
Building Use: Military

USCG Base Kodiak N45 M&R Crew Berthing, Kodiak, Alaska
Location: Kodiak, AK
Building Use: Military       

Dalton Highway MP 289-305 Rehabilitation  
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Building Use: Roads / Highway

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Arizona

RFP Construction Manager at Risk – Fire Station 153 Replacement
Location: Glendale, AZ
Building Use: Fire / Police

Tucson Airport Center – C / Tucson
Location: Tucson, AZ
Building Use: Office

Roofing Improvements at Maryvale High School
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Building Use: Educational

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Arkansas

Walmart Neighborhood Market #7317-213 – SPR – Expanded Scope / Greenbrier
Location: Greenbrier, AR
Building Use: Retail

Construct Main Entrance for John L McClellan
Location: Little Rock, AR
Building Use: Medical

Polk County Jail Expansion
Location: Mena, AR
Building Use: Jails / Prisons

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California

The Calms at Burgess Point Renovation
Location: Benicia, CA
Building Use: Multi-Residential

7130 Kittyhawk Avenue Apartments
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Building Use: Multi-Residential

VA Alameda Site Work and Geotechnical Mitigation
Location: Alameda, CA
Building Use: Medical      
                

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Colorado

Element Hotel by Marriott / Greenwood Village
Location: Greenwood Village, CO
Building Use: Hotel / Motel

Cortez Integrated Healthcare Expansion Project
Location: Cortez, CO
Building Use: Medical

RFP D/B – Owner’s Representative Services – Design and Construction of New Detention Facility
Location: Pueblo, CO
Building Use: Jails / Prisons      
    

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Connecticut

GBCMHC Parking Garage Repairs
Location: Bridgeport, CT
Building Use: Parking Garage

East Side Senior Center – 268 Putnam Street – Rebid
Location: Bridgeport, CT
Building Use: Clubhouse / Community Center

HVAC and Locker Room Improvements at Cheshire Police Station
Location: Cheshire, CT
Building Use: Fire / Police
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Delaware

TESI Wastewater Treatment Facility Pumping and Transmission Modifications
Location: Milton, DE
Building Use: Water / Sewer      

New Sussex County Public Safety Building – Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Administration and Training Facility
Location: Georgetown, DE
Building Use: Fire / Police

Western Sussex Business Complex DelDOT Entrance and Frontage Road Improvements
Location: Seaford, DE
Building Use: Roads / Highways

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District of Columbia

The Clara
Location: Washington DC
Building Use: Multi-Residential, Parking Garage, Retail    

RFQ D/B – Final Design and Fabrication of East End Exhibits and Common Areas at National Air and Space Museum
Location: Washington DC
Building Use: Museum

National Mall and Memorial Parks – Rehabilitation of Outlet Bridge and Resurfacing of East Basin Drive
Location: Washington DC
Building Use: Playgrounds / Parks / Athletic Fields  
    

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Florida

Self-Storage Facility / Navarre
Location: Navarre, FL
Building Use: Warehouse / Distribution

BMW of Ocala – Renovations and Expansion
Location: Ocala, FL
Building Use: Retail  

Lake CI Inpatient Mental Health Unit C
Location: Clermont, FL
Building Use: Medical

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Georgia

Encore Commons Retail and Restaurant / Alpharetta
Location: Alpharetta, GA
Building Use: Restaurant, Retail            

Mavis Tire & Brakes / Atlanta
Location: Atlanta, GA
Building Use: Service Station / Car Wash

Savannah Airport Rental Car Facility Improvements
Location: Savannah, GA
Building Use: Retail, Transportation Terminal

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Hawaii

Makakilo Neighborhood Park Construction of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Erosion Mitigation Improvements
Location: Honolulu, HI
Building Use: Conservation & Development

Kaumana Elementary School – Electrical Upgrade
Location: Hilo, HI
Building Use: Educational

FY21 Replace Underground Saltwater Distribution Lines and 12-inch Water Line Along Lake Erie Street
Location: Joint Base Pearl Harbor, HI
Building Use: Water / Sewer

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Walmart Supercenter #4249-276 – Construction Special Project / Smelterville
Location: Smelterville, ID
Building Use: Retail

Fire Station #6 Renovations
Location: Boise, ID
Building Use: Fire / Police

National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) 110 215 410A Fire Alarm Replacement
Location: Boise, ID
Building Use: Municipal

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Illinois

Taft Homes Apartments
Location: Peoria, IL
Building Use: Multi-Residential

OrthoIllinois Ambulatory Surgery Center / Elgin
Location: Elgin, IL
Building Use: Medical

Jiffy Lube / Normal
Location: Normal, IL
Building Use: Service Station / Car Wash

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Indiana

Renovations to Grandview North Apartments
Location: Salem, IN
Building Use: Multi-Residential    

New Middle School Project – Bid Package No. 1
Location: Crown Point, IN
Building Use: Educational    

BSU Brown Family Amphitheater
Location: Muncie, IN
Building Use: Theaters / Auditoriums

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Iowa

Badgerow Building Redevelopment
Location: Sioux City, IA
Building Use: Multi-Residential, REstaurant

Walmart Supercenter #647-277 – Construction Special Project / Grinnell
Location: Grinnell, IA
Building Use: Retail

Replace the Historic Tama Complex
Location: Burlington, IA
Building Use: Multi-Residential, Retail

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Kansas

Culver’s / Leavenworth
Location: Leavenworth, KS
Building Use: Restaurant       

Family Dollar / Beloit
Location: Beloit, KS
Building Use: Retail

Sam’s Club #4791-217 – Remodel / Garden City
Location: Garden City, KS
Building Use: Retail

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Kentucky

Fort Knox Van Voorhis Elementary School
Location: Fort Knox, KY
Building Use: Educational              

RFP D/B – Downtown Revitalization Public-Private Partnership
Location: Versailles, KY
Building Use: Fire / Police, Roads / Highways

Correct Various Mechanical System Deficiencies
Location: Lexington, KY
Building Use: Medical

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Louisiana

Sterlington Middle School
Location: Monroe, LA
Building Use: Educational

Entergy Lake Charles Power Station Administrative/Warehouse Building
Location: Westlake, LA
Building Use: Office

Hurricane Laura Storm Damage Repair to Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Prison
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Building Use: Fire / Police

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76 Dennett Road
Location: Kittery, ME
Building Use: Multi-Residential, Retail

The Uplands at the Downs – Phase II
Location: Scarborough, ME
Building Use: Multi-Residential

Walmart Supercenter #3269-277 – Construction Special Project / Mexico
Location: Mexico, ME
Building Use: Retail

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Maryland

Magnolia Haus
Location: Frederick, MD
Building Use: Multi-Residential

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Foreign Disease – Weed Science Research Lab (FDWRSL) Fort Detrick, Maryland
Location: Frederick, MD
Building Use: Laboratories

Beach Elementary School Replacement
Location: Chesapeake Beach, MD
Building Use: Educational
  

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Massachusetts

Big Lots / Pittsfield
Location: Pittsfield, MA
Building Use: Retail

RFQ Contractor – New South Middle School – Sub
Location: Braintree, MA
Building Use: Educational

RFP D/B – Critical Infrastructure Projects
Location: Boston, MA
Building Use: Educational

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Michigan

Jiffy Lube / Belleville
Location: Belleville, MI
Building Use: Service Station / Car Wash

Cohodas Lobby Renovations
Location: Marquette, MI
Building Use: Educational

Site Prep Cardiology EP Labs
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Building Use: Medical

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Minnesota

Nu-Tek Bioscience Facility
Location: Austin, MN
Building Use: Manufacturing

3301 Nicollet Avenue Apartments
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Building Use: Multi-Residential

McDonald’s Restaurant – Interior Remodel
Location: Oakdale, MN
Building Use: Restaurant

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Mississippi

RFQ D/B – Design Build Site Preparation for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Upgrade
Location: Jackson, MS
Building Use: Medical

Family Dollar / DeKalb
Location: DeKalb, MS
Building Use: Retail

Culinary Arts Building
Location: Columbus, MS
Building Use: Educational

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Missouri

New Performing Arts Center & Interior Renovations
Location: Neosho, MO
Building Use: Theaters / Auditoriums

Police Precinct 1 – St. Louis County
Location: Saint Louis, MO
Building Use: Fire / Police      

Security Upgrades, Renovations, and New Middle School
Location: Monett, MO
Building Use: Educational

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Montana

Murdoch’s Northern Distribution Center – Civil & Foundation Package
Location: Butte, MT
Building Use: Warehouse / Distribution

City-County Building Motor Vehicle Department Renovation
Location: Helena, MT
Building Use: Municipal

Cottonwood + Ida Mixed-Use Development
Location: Bozeman, MT
Building Use: Municipal

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Nebraska

Lancaster County Election Commission Building Expansion
Location: Lincoln, NE
Building Use: Municipal

Olive Garden #6460 / Papillion
Location: Papillion, NE
Building Use: Restaurant

Gretna High School – Bid Package 7
Location: Omaha, NE
Building Use: Educational

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Nevada

Pioneer Business Center / Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Building Use: Warehouse / Distribution

Sierra Vista Improvements
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Building Use: Educational          

I-15 Tropicana Project
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Building Use: Bridges / Tunnels, Roads / Highways

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New Hampshire

51 Elm Architectural & MEP Bid Package
Location: Laconia, NH
Building Use: Multi-Residential

Contract 2 – New Distribution System at North Country Village
Location: Center Tuftonboro, NH
Building Use: Water / Sewer

ECTC Site Improvements
Location: Pembroke, NH
Building Use: Military

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New Jersey

Riverbend Block D REBID
Location: Harrison, NJ
Building Use: Multi-Residential      

Controls and HVAC Improvements at Various Schools
Location: Ewing, NJ
Building Use: Educational        

George J. Otlowski, Sr. Center for Mental Health Care HVAC Replacement
Location: Perth Amboy, NJ
Building Use: Medical

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Mesa Middle School
Location: Roswell, NM
Building Use: Educational

Excavation and Dirt Work for Maintenance at Eagle Draw Flood District
Location: Carlsbad, NM
Building Use: Municipal

Dick’s Sporting Goods – Budget – Cottonwood Mall / Albuquerque
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Building Use: Retail

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New York

Adora Row
Location: White Plains, NY
Building Use: Multi-Residential, Retail  

Hydrant Fuel Replacement at Niagara ARS, Niagara Falls
Location: Niagara Falls, NY
Building Use: Military

RFQ D/B – Upgrade Fire Protection Systems – NC Various Buildings
Location: Buffalo, NY
Building Use: Educational

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North Carolina

7-Eleven #41939 / Rocky Mount
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Building Use: Retail

Bojangles / Davidson
Location: Davidson, NC
Building Use: Restaurant

FirstHealth Moore Regional – Reid EKG Renovations
Location: Pinehurst, NC
Building Use: Medical

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North Dakota

Advanced Metering Infrastructure System for City Of Grafton
Location: Grafton, ND
Building Use: Municipal                       

Walmart Supercenter #4569-276 – Construction Special Project / Bottineau
Location: Bottineau, ND
Building Use: Retail

North Dakota State University Indoor Practice Facility – BP #3 Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical
Location: Fargo, ND
Building Use: Educational

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Ohio

COTA Downtown Office Renovations & Spring Street Terminal Renovation
Location: Columbus, OH
Building Use: Office

Edna House School Renovation
Location: Cleveland, OH
Building Use: Elderly Care / Assisted Living

New Middle School Project
Location: Westerville, OH
Building Use: Educational

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Oklahoma

Sam’s Club #8239-217 – Remodel / Lawton
Location: Lawton, OK
Building Use: Retail

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen #2205 / Oklahoma City
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Building Use: Restaurant

KB Golf Clubhouse
Location: Edmond, OK
Building Use: Clubhouse / Community Center, Golf Course

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Oregon

53rd Flats
Location: Corvallis, OR
Building Use: Multi-Residential

RFP Construction Manager – Renovation of the North Valley Complex – CM/GC Services
Location: Wilsonville, OR
Building Use: Municipal        

Portland Community College Metropolitan Workforce Training Center Bid Package 5
Location: Portland, OR
Building Use: Educational

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Pennsylvania

Little Lehigh Redevelopment Phase 1
Location: Allentown, PA
Building Use: Multi-Residential

New Six (6)-Story Parking Garage
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Building Use: Parking Garage

New Township Municipal Campus Buildings
Location: Glen Rock, PA
Building Use: Municipal

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Rhode Island

RFP – Design Build I-195 Washington Bridge Phase 2
Location: Charlestown, RI
Building Use: Bridges / Tunnels

Powers Bridge Access Renovation
Location: North Providence, RI
Building Use: Bridges / Tunnels

Pawtucket Salt Storage Facility
Location: Providence, RI
Building Use: Warehouse / Distribution

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South Carolina

Richland Northeast High School Additions and Renovations
Location: Columbia, SC
Building Use: Educational

Cook Out / Florence
Location: Florence, SC
Building Use: Restaurant    

Genthe Court Extension
Location: York, SC
Building Use: Roads / Highways

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South Dakota

Restrooms at the Existing Senior Center Building
Location: Hill City, SD
Building Use: Clubhouse / Community Center

New Construction of Siding Track
Location: Kimball, SD
Building Use: Transportation Terminal

B-21 Low Observable Restoration Facility
Location: Ellsworth AFB, SD
Building Use: Military

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Tennessee

Family Dollar #32855 / Mountain City
Location: Mountain City, TN
Building Use: Retail

Christian Brothers / Murfreesboro
Location: Murfreesboro, TN
Building Use: Service Station / Car Wash

Expand Emergency Department Phase 2
Location: Johnson City, TN
Building Use: Medical

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Texas

ILC Fort Worth Building 6
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Building Use:
Warehouse / Distribution  

Shottenkirk Toyota – Weatherford
Location: Weatherford, TX
Building Use: Retail              

LifeGift Phase 3
Location: Houston, TX
Building Use: Warehouse / Distribution

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Utah

UFSA Fire Station 125 / Midvale
Location: Midvale, UT
Building Use: Fire / Police

DFCM Construction – Salt Lake Community College Herriman Campus – Juniper Building
Location: Riverton, UT
Building Use: Educational                    

RFP Construction Manager – Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) IV Research South – Cyclotron Build-Out – Construction Management / General Contractor (CMGC)
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Building Use: Educational

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Vermont

BTV Construct Taxiway K and Relocate Runway 1 PAPI Project
Location: South Burlington, VT
Building Use: Transportation Terminals

ANR – Groton Nature Center
Location: Groton, VT
Building Use: Playgrounds / Parks / Athletic Fields

Repair/Upgrade Base Electrical Distribution System – Vermont Air National Guard Base
Location: South Burlington, VT
Building Use: Military

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Virginia

Rivers Casino Portsmouth MEP Design Assist Package
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Building Use: Casino

Wawa #8682 / Tappahannock
Location: Tappahannock, VA
Building Use: Retail

RFQ Contractor – Monument Drive Commuter Parking Garage
Location: Fairfax, VA
Building Use: Parking Garage

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Washington

RFP D/B – Harborview Medical Center (HMC) Maleng Building Single Patient Rooms Project
Location: Seattle, WA
Building Use: Medical

Dollar General #23192 / Centralia
Location: Centralia, WA
Building Use: Retail

Community Justice Center Construction
Location: Lynnwood, WA
Building Use: Jails / Prison

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West Virginia

Texas Roadhouse / Charleston
Location: Charleston, WV
Building Use: Restaurant

Wheeling Police Department – VPC Renovations
Location: Wheeling, WV
Building Use: Fire / Police

Construction of the University Avenue Parking Garage Repairs
Location: Morgantown, WV
Building Use: Parking Garage

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Wisconsin

Wautoma Apartments
Location: Wautoma, WI
Building Use: Multi-Residential

New Clinic Building – N.E.W. Community Clinic
Location: Green Bay, WI
Building Use: Medical

Agricultural Maritime Export Facility – Contract No. 2
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Building Use: Transportation Terminal            
                             

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Wyoming

RFP Construction Manager at Risk – Animal Control Building
Location: Casper, WY
Building Use: Municipal

Shoshoni Senior Center Reroof Project
Location: Shoshoni, WY
Building Use: Clubhouse / Community Center

Central Wyoming College Agriculture & Animal Science Center Volume 1 of 2
Location: Riverton, WY
Building Use: Educational

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Qualifications to become a site manager in construction 

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Qualifications to become a site manager in construction.

If you’ve been wondering ‘what qualifications do I need to be a site manager’ or ‘do I need a site manager Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card’ to manage a construction site, then you’ve come to the right place.

Highly experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to the training required to work in the construction industry, the SB Skills Solutions team knows exactly what it takes to become a construction site manager.

To help you understand which qualifications are worth exploring and obtaining for this role, we explain the different site manager training routes and which one you should consider taking based on your prior workplace experience and skills.

What is the difference between a site manager and site supervisor?

While a site manager and a site supervisor may seem like interchangeable terms and roles, they actually have differing responsibilities. While a site supervisor position is generally an entry-level role, a site manager position requires either more relevant experience in the industry or a higher qualification.

Site managers tend to have the additional responsibility of managing several construction sites at once, whereas site supervisors typically concentrate on just one location.

What qualifications do you need to become a site manager? 

Unlike some of the other positions on a construction site, site managers have a large amount of responsibility. As a result, they need to have the right site manager qualifications, skills, and experience to ensure the site is operating both efficiently and safely. 

However, there’s not just one qualification every construction site manager possesses.

Site manager qualifications include:

  • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 6 in Construction Site Management
  • Level 6 Civil Engineering Site Management Degree
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Construction or related disciplines
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Construction Management or related disciplines
  • Foundation Degree in Construction Management
  • Degree in Construction Management
  • Apprenticeship in Construction Site Manager
  • Higher Apprenticeship in Construction Site Manager

You may also need:

  • High-Risk First Aid
  • Confined Spaces (If it applies to the site)
  • Qualifications in the work being carried out

Put simply, this means you can take a variety of routes and qualifications to become a construction site manager. Whether you want to become an apprentice, take an undergraduate degree, or apply for a work-based NVQ, there’s no end of options to explore.

It’s important to bear in mind, however, that each route will have different applicant requirements. 

For example, to be considered for an apprenticeship in construction site management, you will need to have a grade C or 4 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics or equivalent level 2 qualifications.

What site manager NVQs do you need?

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree, an NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management is a sought-after

qualification that can take anywhere from just four weeks up to 12 months to complete.

The course can be fast tracked, if desired, but the duration of the course depends mainly on the motivation and availability of the applicant. The ultimate NVQ course is designed to assess the competency of the applicant and is one of the highest qualifications you can achieve in the construction industry.

After obtaining this qualification, you will be one step closer to being able to apply for your site manager CSCS card (commonly known as a black card) which can help you to secure employment as a construction site manager.

What HS&E Test certificate do you need?

Before you can apply for a CSCS card, however, you will first need to pass the required level of CITB

(Construction Industry Training Board) Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test within the past two years.

To apply for a manager CSCS card, you will need to apply for and pass the CITB Managers and Professionals HS&E test or an approved alternative. You can use CSCS’s card finder to discover which CSCS card you are eligible to apply for based on either your occupation or qualification.

Alternatively, if you know which HS&E test certificate you require to obtain your desired position in the construction industry, then you can book your HS&E test here.

How do you get a Black CSCS Card?

Keen to obtain your black card from CSCS? If so, you will need both the relevant NVQ qualification as well as a completed CITB Managers and Professionals HS&E test. If you’ve taken an SMSTS course, then this can be put towards achieving your NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management.

If you’re not sure how your current qualifications can help you to become a construction site manager or want more information regarding the site manager CSCS card, then contact the experts at SB Skills Solutions. 

We can provide you with professional guidance and advice, and direct you towards relevant site manager training courses.

Find out more about becoming a construction site manager

If you’d like to learn more about becoming a construction site manager, obtaining your black CSCS managers card, or you require more information regarding the site manager qualifications you can obtain at SB Skills Solutions, please feel free to get in touch with our team today.

Our Construction Site Management NVQ Level 6 qualification is ideal for individuals that are already working in the construction industry and are eager to increase their earning potential. 

This course is designed to help the participants build their construction competence, skills, experience, and knowledge.

Every NVQ assessor at SB Skills Solutions has at least ten years of relevant experience and possesses either the Level 6 Construction Site manager NVQ, PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector), or Assessor Award, so you can rest assured that you’re in highly knowledgeable hands.

The site management course paired with our qualified assessors can ensure you have everything you need to begin a career as a construction site manager. To find out more about this Level 6 qualification, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team today.

To speak directly to a member of our team, simply give us a call on 01695 558420. Alternatively, you can also get in touch by sending your enquiry via email to info@sbskills.co.uk.​

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Keen to explore all your career options – including a position as a plant operator?

Luckily, the team of expert tutors at SB Skills Solutions have helped countless companies upskill their employees as well as numerous individuals obtain essential qualifications to achieve their dream job in the construction industry and further afield.

From the average plant operator salary in the UK to which qualifications, skills, and training courses can help you to become a plant operator, we explain everything you want to know about this profession.

What do construction plant operator jobs involve?

As a plant operator, you’ll be required to carry out a wide range of tasks. Primarily, this will include the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of heavy machinery like diggers, bulldozers, cranes, and excavators.

With help from these machines, you may be asked to move, excavate, lift, or crush building materials or organic matter.

In the event that these machines stop working or develop inefficiencies, a plant operator will be on hand to rectify any issues and support productivity. This role tends to also cover the maintenance of these machines, ensuring they’re in good working order.

A more comprehensive list of plant operator responsibilities can include:

  • Supervising and overseeing operations
  • Monitoring process parameters
  • Performing maintenance tests
  • Ensuring safety rules are followed
  • Operating heavy machinery and equipment
  • Transporting a variety of materials

A construction plant operator may have more specific daily duties such as:

  • Operating forklifts, bulldozers, excavators, trucks, and more heavy machinery
  • Transporting and storing building materials and earth
  • Carrying out safety checks
  • Level out working areas
  • Communicate using radio signals

What are the working conditions like?

A construction plant operator will often be required to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions. Construction sites aren’t squeaky clean like an office or control room. You may work at heights such as operating a tower crane or a large excavator.

Instead, the working conditions for a construction plant operator tend to be significantly dirtier and nosier than alternative plant operator positions. Due to the nature of the building construction industry, you may also be required to work nights or weekends in order to deliver the necessary progress within the set construction deadline and budget.

How much does a plant operator earn?

According to information published by Totaljobs, a plant operator salary in the UK varies between £27,681 and £37,500, with an average annual salary of £32,500. It’s worth bearing in mind that the exact salary for this position will naturally vary depending on the location of the job and the industry that you work in.

Higher-paying positions are more accessible to individuals that upskill themselves, allowing them to work in a wider range of relevant industries. This is because plant operators tend to specialise in just one type of equipment.

What skills do I need to become a plant operator?

Unsure whether you have the necessary skills to become a plant operator? Below, we list some of the most common skills plant operators possess that can help them to succeed in both this role and their chosen industry. These plant operator skills include:

  • An interest in heavy machinery and equipment
  • Ability to operate, fix, and maintain machinery
  • Understanding of engineering, maths, and computers
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to use relevant computer software
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent teamwork skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Able to work well under pressure

Construction plant operators must also possess certain physical skills like excellent movement and coordination.

What qualifications do construction plant operators need?

In England, if you want to become a construction plant operator, you could obtain either your Level 2 NVQ (National Vocational Qualification – practical, work-based qualifications) in Construction Plant Operations, your Level 2 Construction Plant Operative Apprenticeship qualification, or your Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment.

In addition to these qualifications, you may also need to apply for your blue CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) Competence Card or your CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) accreditation to work on a construction site as a plant operator.

What courses and training can I take to become a plant operator?

There are many routes you can take to become a plant operator. Some of these avenues involve applying for an apprenticeship, while others require work experience in the relevant industry to get you started.

To help you determine which route might be right for you, we explore each of these avenues in more detail.

College or training provider

As mentioned above, a course from either a college or training provider in Level 2 Certificate in Construction Plant Operations or Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment can provide you with the relevant qualifications to become a plant operator.

While these courses will cover most of the required skills to join this profession, on-site experience is also crucial to obtaining a construction plant operator role, so many applicants will seek out a trainee position on a construction site following completion of the course.

For the level 2 course, you’ll need two or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), while a level 3 course requires four or five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C). Without GCSEs, you must hold an equivalent qualification.

Trade work

Working your way up is one of the more common ways you can become a plant operator. Often, if you’re enthusiastic enough and willing to work hard to obtain the relevant plant operator skills and qualifications, many employers will consider offering individual work as a general labourer with training opportunities.

They may request certain GCSEs grades (in subjects like English, maths, and technology), but they can provide you with invaluable on-site experience with heavy machinery and equipment.

Once you’ve gained enough experience and knowledge of the construction industry, they may contact a training provider to help you obtain the relevant qualifications to become a plant operator.

Career path and progression

Once you’ve managed to secure a plant operator position, there is still room for career progression. Often, one of the best ways to both increase your earning potential and develop your career in this industry is to specialise in a broader range of machines and equipment. This will allow you to work in different plants and positions.

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If the potential for career progression and the day-to-day duties of a construction plant operator seems like a good fit for your skills and professional aspirations, why not get in touch with the knowledgeable team at SB Skills Solutions to find out more about our plant operator course?

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Construction site managers are responsible for small sections of a construction project all the way through to management of entire development projects.

This role is diverse and not for everyone, but if you feel that you can take on the responsibility of a construction site manager, then look no further.

The team of expert training providers at SB Skills Solutions has created the only guide you’ll need to become a building site manager. Use this guide as your map to your future construction site manager job!

Below, we explore the role, earning potential, and day-to-day duties of a building site manager. We also explain which site management qualifications are necessary to obtain this position and the routes you can take to secure a construction site manager role.

What is a site manager?

A building site manager (also referred to as a construction site manager or site agent) is in charge of overseeing the day-to-day running of a construction site. Their role revolves around supervising the construction project as a whole, so they have the responsibility of ensuring every contractor is working safely and efficiently.

As well as liaising with contractors, they’ll also commonly work alongside architects and surveyors. A construction site manager helps the entire team stay on track, ensuring the building project is finished on time and within budget.

A building site manager will generally work in one of the five project groups; residential, commercial, industrial, environmental, or infrastructure. Your experience and area of interest in construction will often dictate which group you end up working in.

What does a site manager do?

Due to the supervisory nature of this position, the roles of a site manager are wide and varied. Depending on the size of the building project, these duties can range from ensuring the project stays on budget to ordering materials and liaising with clients.

It’s important to also note that a building site manager must be versatile as they will often be required to split their time between working on-site, working in an office, and working in a temporary office built on site. Frequently working in a variety of weathers (hot, cold, and wet!), they must be content wearing protective and high-visibility clothing, too.

While construction site managers tend to work the standard working week, they may be expected to work during weekends or evenings in order to meet deadlines, when necessary. Alternatively, the nature of some construction projects means the building work can only be undertaken at night or during public holidays.

As a building site manager, you may be required to:

  • Supervise workers
  • Hire subcontractors
  • Monitor and report progress to staff
  • Liaise with clients
  • Purchase materials for the project
  • Conduct safety inspections
  • Carry out quality inspections
  • Motivate the construction team
  • Solve problems
  • Prepare and create progress reports
  • Analyse site reports, designs, and drawings
  • Utilise specialist computer programmes
  • Work in a variety of environments
  • Liaise with the community and handle public demands
  • Interpersonal skills

How much does a construction site manager earn?

The part you’ve all been looking for, so we will get it over with now. According to Check a Salary, a site manager in construction can earn anywhere between £37,500 to £74,880 per year!

With an average annual salary of £56,996 in the UK, there’s scope to earn a higher salary as a construction site manager if you move into more specialised roles or start your own construction-related business.

It’s also worth bearing in mind that the exact salary for this position will naturally vary depending on the location, employer, and level of responsibility. You could also improve your earning potential and career options by gaining chartered status to help showcase your competency to prospective clients and future employers.

Construction manager qualifications in the UK

Wondering ‘what qualifications do I need to be a site manager’? As you might imagine, construction site managers need higher level qualifications than most site workers as they are responsible for everything on site.

If you already work within the construction industry, you may be able to become a construction site manager by completing some site manager training courses. Site manager qualifications include:

You may also need:

  • High-Risk First Aid
  • Confined Spaces (If it applies to the site)
  • Qualifications in the work being carried out

SMSTS

The SMSTS is a management course designed to teach managers or potential managers, the legislation involved in the building, construction, and civil engineering industries.

Construction Site Managers will also learn the importance of carrying out risk assessments, putting control measures in place, and adhering to health and safety regulations in order to create a culture of safety awareness.

The SMSTS course is a 5-day classroom-based learning experience that is valid for 5 years. This can be renewed with a short 2-day refresher.

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management

The NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management is one of the highest levels available and is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

Taking anywhere between 4 weeks to 12 months to complete (depending on the applicant’s availability, motivation, and desire to fast track the course), this course is an in-depth assessment of your competency at construction site management. This is one of the ultimate NVQs in the construction industry with very few above it.

Not only does this NVQ in construction site management prove you are a competent site manager, you are then able to apply for your Black CSCS managers card which can be used to access construction sites and work as a manager.

What is the black CSCS card and why do you need it?

Black CSCS Construction Site Manager Card

The Black CSCS Card is a construction site manager card that proves your competency in managing sites. This card proves to employers that you are qualified for the job and you can work safely on a construction site.

Employers need to prove that they are compliant with Construction Design and Management regulations (CDM) which aims to ensure everyone has the correct skills and qualifications for the job role they are completing.

Having the Black CSCS Card has also shown to increase your earning potential and job offers. Employers like to see that a potential employee is competent already and this card shows just that. Employers will know that after a short company induction, you’ll be ready to hit the ground running and won’t need your hand, held every step of the way.

How to become a construction manager

Getting a job as a construction site manager may seem daunting, but with the right skills, experience, and qualifications (which we can equip you with), you’ll be there in no time. There are a few routes that you can take to become a construction site manager, the first route is the apprenticeship route.

University

The university route is also an option if you want to become a building site manager as it will teach you everything you need to know about construction site management. Each university course will have specific entry requirements, with the duration of study often being between three and four years.

Depending on your A-level results, level 3 diploma qualifications, or your life experience if you’re applying as a mature student, you will have the choice of taking a foundation degree, a Higher National Diploma (HND), or an undergraduate degree accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

Suitable subjects of study for one of these construction-related university degrees include building studies, estimating, and surveying, alongside construction, and civil engineering.

The SMSTS management course is also available to those with a bachelor’s degree. It explains the importance of risk assessments, control measures, and health and safety regulations to provide site managers with a comprehensive overview of construction legislation. Valid for five years, this course takes roughly six months to complete.

The only downside to this route is that you won’t be able to apply for the Black CSCS card. However, you can apply for the academically qualified card which is also a very prestigious card.

Work

If you’d rather take a more traditional route, you may decide to find a job in a relevant trade (such as an estimator, building technician, surveyor, or site supervisor). From there, you can take courses that will upskill you and work your way up to management.

This could be a lengthy process, but chances are if you’re reading this, you’re almost there and looking to progress. From this point, you should undertake your SMSTS course and look to achieve your Black CSCS card.

Skills

If you want to increase your chances of obtaining either employment or professional experience within the construction industry, with a view to becoming a building site manager, you may want to consider expanding upon your current skillset.

Some additional skills that could help you to achieve your goal of becoming a construction site manager include:

  • Time management
  • Leadership qualities
  • Understanding of construction
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Business management
  • Strong desire to take initiative
  • Organisational skills
  • Maths knowledge
  • Computer literacy and the ability to use relevant software

What are the career prospects of a construction site manager?

In terms of career progression, it’s common for building site managers to become contract managers or project consultants, or to specialise in a certain area of construction such as building inspection or estimation.

Becoming chartered through the CIOB is often the first step into building on your professional prospects as it’ll provide you with more career options.

Construction site manager courses at SB Skills Solutions

If you’d like to explore the more traditional route of finding a job in trade and then taking a construction site manager course, contact SB Skills Solutions today.

With the Construction Site Management NVQ Level 6 qualification under your belt, you can increase your earning potential, secure a sought-after building site manager position, and work on your construction skills, competence, experience, and knowledge.

Guided by the experienced NVQ assessors at SB Skills Solutions (every assessor holds the Level 6 Construction Site manager NVQ, PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector), or Assessor Award with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience), we make obtaining this qualification straightforward.

With the support of our qualified assessors, you can achieve all the necessary qualifications to be a site manager. To learn more about the course, its contents, or our prices, please don’t hesitate to contact us today.

You can also call us on 01695 558420 or send us your enquiry in an email to info@sbskills.co.uk. Once we’ve received your enquiry, you can rest assured that a member of our team will be in touch soon to find out more about your site manager training requirements.

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