Construction design and build technician / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Key information

Reference: OCC0043
Date updated: 11/12/2023
Level: 4
Route: Construction and the built environment
Regulated occupation: No

Details of the occupational standard

Higher Technical Qualification

Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are designed to be delivered within a course of education. Some Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours may be more safely and reliably delivered in workplace settings, so may not be fully covered by the HTQ. Some qualifications will deliver additional content or added depth and breadth through, for example, use of specialist learning environments, work placements or innovative teaching methods. Check with the qualification provider if you require further information on coverage.

Occupation summary

Typical job titles include:

Assistant Design Co-ordinator Design and Build Co-ordinator Design Co-ordinator Design Manager

KSBs

Knowledge

K1: Know how to analyse client requirements and ensure comprehensive survey information. Back to Duty

K2: Understand risk assessment of design solutions and the importance of behaviours in safety-critical environments. Back to Duty

K3: Understand the sustainability issues in projects across economic, social and environmental aspects. Back to Duty

K4: Understand different construction methods and materials and building regulations. Back to Duty

K5: Understand how to develop detailed designs in line with client requirements and construction process. Back to Duty

K6: Understand how to co-ordinate design information in both electronic and paper form. Back to Duty

K7: Understand construction contracts and client quality standards. Back to Duty

K8: Understand the importance of cost control on a construction project. Back to Duty

Skills

S1: Assist in the assessment and presentation of client requirements. Back to Duty

S2: Identify risk in designs and suggest actions to reduce risks. Back to Duty

S3: Assess, identify and record the environmental impact of projects. Back to Duty

S4: Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects whilst maintaining adherence to building regulations. Back to Duty

S5: Prepare and present design proposals and solutions. Back to Duty

S6: Control document production and design information. Back to Duty

S7: Inspect and report on quality standards and assist in commissioning of finished construction projects. Back to Duty

S8: Understand financial and legal constraints and measure and record progress against budget. Back to Duty

Behaviours

B1: Be able to work within own level of competence and know when to seek advice from others. Back to Duty

B2: Understand and apply the Code of Conduct and conduct regulations, ethics and professional standards relevant to industry's recognised professional bodies. Back to Duty

B3: Identify own development needs and take action to meet those needs. Use own knowledge and expertise to help others when requested. Back to Duty

B4: Understand the importance of equality and diversity and demonstrate these attributes so as to meet the requirements of fairness at work. Back to Duty

B5: Be able to contribute effectively to meetings and present information in a variety of ways including oral and written. Back to Duty

B6: Be able to work with others in a collaborative and non-confrontational way. Back to Duty

B7: Be able to identify areas for improvement and suggest innovative solutions. Back to Duty

Certificate of Higher Education in Technical Practice in Architectural Technology and Design Management

Awarding body: Sheffield Hallam University

Qualification type: HTQ Qualification level: 4 Qualification approved: 02/03/2023