Introduction to Quantity Surveying


What is quantity surveying?
Quantity surveying is a profession in the construction industry, where learned professional will contribute to calculating the quantities required the project for various works, cost the calculation, budget calculation, time calculation, bill preparation, bill certification and many more…

Importance Of Quantity Surveying


ØIn construction works, one of the most important department is Quantity Surveying.

ØIt is the place where all the calculations related to quantity, time and cost takes place.
ØWithout this it’s very hard to survive in the construction industry.

ØThe role of a quantity surveyor is very important starting from the project, till the completion of the project.

Job Description Of Quantity Surveyor

ØA a quantity surveyor manages all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures.
ØSurveyors seek to minimize the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.
ØMany of these are specified by statutory building regulations, which the surveyor needs to understand and adhere to.
Typical Activity of a Quantity Surveyor
ØPreparing tender and contract documents, BOQ
ØCosts analysis, Control.
ØAssist in establishing a client’s requirements and undertaking feasibility studies.
ØPrepare Analyze costing for tenders.
ØAllocating work to subcontractors.
ØAdvice on contractual claims.
ØProgress reports, value completed work.
ØAware of the different contracts in use.
ØUnderstand Health & Safety  Regulations.
ØRisk and Value Management.
ØAdvise on procurement strategy;
ØIdentify, analyze, develop responses to risks.

Enter Requirements For Quantity Surveying

ØA the first degree will give the best opportunities as a quantity surveyor.
ØAccredited institutions like the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the similarly, the well-known Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) offer many degrees programs.ØWith such  a degree, One will probably be able to secure a better position and earn more money, but may not necessarily need a degree in quantity surveying in order to be successful in this career.
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