Hiring and Sponsoring Production managers and directors in construction (SOC Code 1122)

Production Managers and Directors in Construction (SOC Code 1122)

Production managers and directors in construction are pivotal figures in the building and infrastructure development sectors. Their responsibilities include:

• Liaising with Other Managers: Collaborating with various departments to strategize and streamline overall production activity and construction processes.
• Setting Quality Standards: Establishing and enforcing quality benchmarks and performance metrics to ensure that construction work meets industry standards.
• Estimating Timescales and Costs: Accurately assessing project timelines and budgets to facilitate efficient project planning and execution.
• Tender Management: Receiving invitations to tender and coordinating estimates while working closely with clients, architects, chartered architectural technologists, and engineers to craft comprehensive contracts.
• Planning and Directing: Overseeing and coordinating the construction and maintenance of civil and structural engineering works, including tasks such as demolition, pipeline installations, and piling operations.
• Monitoring Progress: Receiving regular reports on ongoing work to ensure that materials and construction methods conform to specifications and statutory obligations, mitigating any deviations from the approved plans.

With the UK's booming construction industry, the demand for skilled production managers and directors continues to rise. This has led many firms to seek experienced professionals from both domestic and international markets. This guide aims to assist HR professionals in navigating the hiring and sponsorship process for production managers and directors under the UK’s immigration framework.

What is SOC Code 3411 for Production managers and directors in construction?

SOC Code 1122 refers to production managers and directors in construction who play a vital role in overseeing construction projects from conception to completion. Their responsibilities can include:

• Liaising with other managers: Coordinating with colleagues to plan overall production activities and construction schedules.
• Setting quality standards: Establishing benchmarks to ensure that all work meets industry standards and client expectations.
• Estimating timescales and costs: Developing accurate project timelines and budgets for effective resource allocation.
• Managing tender processes: Receiving invitations to tender, arranging for estimates, and collaborating with clients, architects, and engineers to prepare contracts.
• Planning and directing construction activities: Overseeing the construction and maintenance of civil and structural engineering works, including demolition, pipelines, and pilings.
• Monitoring project progress: Receiving regular reports on work in progress to ensure compliance with specifications, statutory requirements, and adherence to agreed plans.

Production managers and directors in construction are essential for the successful execution of projects, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to timelines while fostering collaboration among various stakeholders.

Eligibility to Hire Production managers and directors in construction (SOC Code 3411)

1. Job Requirements

Production managers and directors in construction must possess a diverse skill set and relevant experience to effectively oversee construction projects. The qualifications required include:

• Experience in Construction Management: Demonstrated background in managing construction activities, including oversight of civil and structural engineering works.
• Educational Qualifications: A degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field is typically preferred. Professional certifications may also enhance eligibility.
• Project Management Skills: Proven ability to plan, direct, and coordinate multiple construction projects, ensuring quality standards and adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Technical Proficiency: Knowledgeable in construction techniques, materials, and methods to effectively evaluate work progress, ensuring compliance with specifications and statutory requirements.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and contract preparation.
• Problem Solving Abilities: Capacity to identify and address deviations from agreed plans, and implement corrective measures promptly.
• Tendering Experience: Familiarity with receiving invitations to tender and overseeing the estimating process for cost and time projections associated with construction projects.

Ensure the job description aligns with SOC Code 1122 and that the candidate's experience and qualifications meet the expectations for the role.

1. Salary Thresholds
2. Use the Minimum Salary Calculator to ensure your salary offer meets immigration requirements.

Sponsoring Production managers and directors in construction: A Step-by-Step Guide for HR Professionals

Once you’ve confirmed that the role and candidate meet the eligibility requirements, follow this step-by-step guide to sponsoring Production managers and directors in  construction under SOC Code 1122.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK Production managers and directors in  construction, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas Production managers and directors in  construction under the Skilled Worker Visa program.

• Sponsor Licence Application: Submit documentation proving that your business is legitimate and has a genuine vacancy. Visit the sponsor licence application guide for more information. 
• Sponsor Licence Fees: Small businesses typically pay £574, while larger institutions pay £1,579. For more information, visit the sponsor licence fees guide. 
• Processing Time: Applications typically take up to 8 weeks, but using the Sponsor Licence Priority Service can reduce the processing time to 10 working days.

Once your sponsor licence is approved, you will receive a sponsor licence number, which allows you to assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Step 2: Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Once you have your sponsor licence, the next step is to assign a CoS to the Production managers and directors in  construction. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for Production managers and directors in construction applying from outside the UK, and an Undefined CoS for those already in the UK. Learn more in the Defined & Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship guide. 
• Required Documents: Provide details such as the Production managers and directors in construction’s portfolio, passport and job offer. Refer to Documents Required for Certificate of Sponsorship for a full list of necessary documents.

Step 3: Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa

Once the CoS is issued, the Production managers and directors in  construction can apply for the Skilled Worker Visa.

• Visa Fees: Fees vary depending on the role and visa length—use the visa fees calculator to estimate the costs. 
• Immigration Skills Charge: Employers are required to pay this charge as part of sponsoring non-UK workers. This is separate from visa fees.

Conducting a Right to Work Check for Production managers and directors in construction

Before the Production managers and directors in  construction begins working, you must conduct a right to work check to ensure they are legally allowed to work in the UK.

• Manual Right to Work Check: Verify original documents such as the Production managers and directors in construction’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the Production managers and directors in construction holds an eVisa, you can use the UK government’s online system to verify their right-to-work status.

For more details on how to perform these checks, see the right to work check guide.

Post-Hiring Responsibilities and Compliance

1. Record-Keeping and Reporting  
2. • Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the Production managers and directors in construction’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the Production managers and directors in construction’s role—such as promotions or salary increases—via the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
3. Sponsor Licence Duties and Compliance
4. Failure to comply with your sponsor licence duties can result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation, impacting your ability to sponsor future Production managers and directors in  constructions.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring Production managers and directors in construction

Sponsoring Production managers and directors in  construction under SOC Code 1122 can be a complex process, but Borderless can simplify it for you. We offer comprehensive support to help you manage the entire sponsorship process.

End-to-End Sponsorship Support

At Borderless, we assist with:

• Sponsor Licence Application: Guiding you through the application process and ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly. 
• Certificate of Sponsorship Assignment: Streamlining the CoS process to make hiring easier. 
• Compliance Management: Helping you stay compliant with immigration laws to avoid penalties.

If you need assistance with hiring or sponsoring Production managers and directors in  construction, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring Production managers and directors in  construction under SOC Code 1122 can be a rewarding way to enrich the cultural landscape of your organisation. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully navigate the sponsorship process while ensuring compliance with UK immigration laws.

For further guidance, Borderless is ready to assist you with all your sponsorship needs. Contact us for expert advice.