uantity surveyors perform a wide variety of tasks throughout the complete life cycle of a construction project.
Typical responsibilities include:
seeking funding sources and submitting bids
carrying out feasibility studies
preparing plans, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation
performing risk analysis evaluations
cost control
writing reports
preparing and submitting final accounts
making valuations
arranging payments to suppliers and contractors
providing advice and forecasts about costs
supervising staff.
Typical employers of quantity surveyors
Private practices
Civil and structural engineering contractors
Local and central government
Architects
Housing associations
Commercial organisations
Construction companies.
Vacancies are advertised by careers services, specialist recruitment agencies and in national and local newspapers and a range of relevant publications. These include Property Week, Estates Gazette, Building, The Valuer and Opportunities.
Useful publications include RICS Chartered Surveyors Regional Directories, RICS Yearbook, and TARGETjobs Property. Many employers offer opportunities for overseas work.
Qualifications and training required
Qualification as a chartered quantity surveyor necessitates obtaining a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited qualification. A minimum of two years' vocational experience is also required, part of which can be obtained via relevant placements or vacation work.
Graduates with non-accredited degrees must normally gain at least three years' relevant experience. It pays to apply early for vacancies and make the most of networking opportunities. Speculative approaches to employers are also a good route into this area of work.
Key skills for chartered surveyors
Commitment
Excellent verbal and written English
Independence
Teamworking skills
Strong numerical and IT skills
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Extra information elsewhere:
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
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