Quantity Surveyor

Skills:

Cost Estimation, Budget Management, Construction Materials Knowledge, Contract Negotiation, Risk Management, Quantity Takeoff, Project Management, Analytical Skills,

Role of a Quantity Surveyor (QS) at work

Before starting any construction project, the quantity surveyor analyzes the drawing and specifications of the new building that architects or engineers provide.

The surveyors calculate the quantity of the material used in the building. Also, they must calculate the actual work or labor cost.

Quantity surveying relies on technical measurement tools for accurate cost results. For example, building historical cost data to analyze and give the early cost advice, budget the bench-marked projects and prepare the life-cycle plan. They must have a thorough understanding of building regulations to hold on to them and make sure the building project passes.

During the whole construction of the building, surveyors keep an eye on the cost.

Quantity surveying is essential for any new building construction and renovation project. You can hire a surveyor company if you need any assistance.

Quantity surveyors play a crucial role in managing the finances for construction projects and making them cost-effective; hence, they have earned a lot of attention in recent times.

The primary role of a quantity surveyor includes calculating the budget based on the consumers requirement and preparing an effective budget estimate for each stage of the construction process.

Various Responsibilities Of QS

• Following are the various essential responsibilities of a typical quantity surveyor;
• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.
• Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work
• Assist in establishing a clients requirements and undertake feasibility studies
• Perform risk, value management, and cost control
• Advise on a procurement strategy
• Identify, analyze and develop responses to commercial risks
• Prepare and analyze costings for tenders
• Allocate work to subcontractors
• Provide advice on contractual claims
• Analyze outcomes and write detailed progress reports
• Value completed work and arranged payments
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.
• Contact Mr.Rajasekhar - 9154299433 / rajasekhar@globalaluminium.com