What Is Quantity Surveying?
Quantity Surveying is concerned with controlling and managing the costs of construction projects. A Quantity Surveyor could be involved with any stage of a project, from feasibility, design and construction, through to extension, refurbishment, maintenance and even demolition.
The construction industry is global and wide-ranging. It includes:
- Real Estate – residential, commercial, industrial, leisure, agricultural and retail projects.
- Infrastructure – roads, railways, waterways, airports, sea ports, coastal defences, power generation and utilities.
- Process Engineering – chemical engineering plants and oil rigs.
Quantity surveyors have gained an understanding of the technical aspects of construction over the whole life of a building or facility. They work to help achieve the best quality and value within the client’s specifications. Quantity Surveyors have a good understanding of contracts, budgets, quantities and measurements and are likely to be involved in a range of services, from cost consultancy to contract management.
