Joe Powell, Barratt Homes
Joe has been working in the construction industry for about twelve years and has progressed through multiple NVQ qualifications to achieve his latest, a Level 7 in Construction Senior Management.
Read moreKakha Buchukuri, Vistry Group
We spoke with Kakha Buchukuri, a Site Manager at Vistry Group who has now completed his Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management.
- Name
- Kakha Buchukuri
- Company
- Vistry Group
- NVQ
- Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management
Background:
Kakha had previously worked in healthcare and earned a medical degree but decided to change direction and build a new career in construction. After working in roofing, flooring, and carpentry Kakha moved into site supervision and began his Level 7 qualification in 2020.
Why choose an NVQ?
NHBC offers NVQs from Levels 3 to 7 in a range of subjects including construction site management, site inspection and contract operations.
Kakha explained “I had a lot of experience in my role but where the NVQ was beneficial for me was the way it allowed me to pull all that knowledge and practice together and evidence everything I’ve learned. My assessor was very good and able to answer any questions I had or offer support if I needed it. This NVQ has also opened the door to CIOB membership as well. It was certainly the right qualification for me and I am glad I have completed it.”
Building a career in construction:
We asked Kakha about his role and if he would recommend a career in construction to others.
Kakha said “Yes, I would encourage people from all backgrounds to join the construction industry. I have done several different jobs before taking on a Site Manager role so I know first-hand that there are a lot of opportunities available and chances for everyone to progress if they work hard. It’s an industry that needs more people who are keen to do the job right and it will benefit the house-building industry as a whole to have new talented people coming through and gaining experience - which of course you can then apply to an NVQ qualification!”
Looking ahead:
After cementing his construction knowledge and completing his Level 7 NVQ, which is equivalent to a master’s degree, Kakha is looking forward to continuing his career in the house-building industry.
Richard Bambridge, Future Talent Lead at Vistry Group, said “It is great to see knowledgeable and experienced people like Kakha achieving a qualification that showcases their skills and expertise. The Level 7 NVQ in Construction Senior Management takes a lot of hard work and everyone at Vistry is proud of what he’s achieved and that he has taken the opportunity to complete this qualification through NHBC.”
NHBC is committed to raising standards in house building by championing high-quality homes. NHBC is proud to offer qualifications that meet both the needs of the house-building industry and support individuals in their current roles so they can demonstrate the essential skills and knowledge required for career progression.
With great support, regular meetings, clearly explained expectations and prompt response to questions, my assessor ensured that I had everything in place that I needed to undertake this course.
This was a really enjoyable course that has assisted me further with my development and knowledge for my role as a building inspector. My assessor provided me with excellent support and guidance and I have recommended this course to colleagues.
In my role as a building inspector, the modules that I completed within my NVQ helped to assist me expanding my knowledge of building control and my assessor provided great support throughout.
The Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Residential Development) covers all aspects of site management and is perfect for people working in an assistant site manger role like me. My assessor worked around my busy schedule and offered good quality feedback and guidance.
I would highly recommend the NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management course to others. My assessor has been excellent, giving me support throughout and answering questions as needed to allow me to push on at a great pace.
Throughout my Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management (Residential Development), my assessor made time for me when I was struggling with certain tasks. They made me feel comfortable undertaking the diploma and I would recommend learning with NHBC.
My experience of undertaking a Level 6 Diploma in Senior Site Inspection was relaxing and enjoyable, and I owe this to my assessor who was excellent in how he delivered and explained the training and any professional discussions.
My assessor was on hand throughout my Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management (Residential Development). He was incredibly helpful and quickly identified my learning needs and adapted his approach to best support me. Based on my experience I would definitely recommend an NVQ Diploma from NHB
I completed the NVQ levels 4, 6, and 7 in Construction, and they were excellent. The allocated tutor was well-versed, extremely knowledgeable and supportive throughout. I would encourage anyone involved with site management to complete their course through the NHBC.
This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and support from my tutor.
Hear from those completing an NVQ with us
John Crewdson, Bloor Homes
We caught up with John Crewdson, Senior Site Manager at Bloor Homes who recently completed his Level 7 in Construction Senior Management.
Read more
Kakha Buchukuri, Vistry Group
We spoke with Kakha Buchukuri, a Site Manager at Vistry Group who has now completed his Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management.
Read moreView our NVQ courses
From level 3 up to level 7, all of our NVQs attract credits within the Qualifications Credit Framework (QCF), meaning they can be used in the future towards other further or higher education courses.