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Top relevant skills needed by a Quantity surveyor. Basically quantity surveyors are proffessionals who stand out for their unique ability to blend financial acumen with contractual success. This post aims to show the 10 traditional roles that a Quantity surveyor should be well equipped with.

An incredible question to think about as a Quantity Surveyor Who do I need to become to add 2% margin onto projects What skills do I need to learn to become the person capable of adding 2% margin onto projects What knowledge do I need to get to become the person capable of adding 2% margin onto projects The problems that we all face on projects don’t get easier We just get better to be able to deal with them That is the type of person you want to become The type of QS you want to become

What Do You Expect from a Quantity Surveyor? Lately, it’s becoming clear that many projects aren’t taking full advantage of the expertise a Quantity Surveyor (QS) can offer. With over 30 years of experience—both as a main contractor and a PQS—I’ve seen the difference it makes when clients know from the outset what they need from a QS and understand the true value we bring to the table. Rather than listing everything we can do, let me ask: Do you really know what a QS does? And more importantly, are you using us to our fullest potential for your project’s benefit? How do you think we, as Quantity Surveyors, can best demonstrate our value to you? #Quantitysurveying #constructionindustry #QSValue

Common Challenges Faced by Quantity Surveyors "One of the biggest challenges a Quantity Surveyor faces is navigating price fluctuations in materials and labor. Keeping a project within budget requires constant vigilance and flexibility." #QuantitySurveying, #ConstructionIndustry, #CostManagement,#Riyadh

One of the most fatal errors a Quantity Surveyor can commit in the preparation of a bill of quantities is forgetting an item of work. Forgetting an item can cause great havoc to the actualization of the project objectives, ranging from cost overruns, delays in completion time, and expensive claims by the contractor to project abandonment. As a result of this, the quantity surveyor must pay keen attention to details while discharging his duties at the pre-contract stage in the preparation of the bill of quantities. It is for this reason that while performing measurements (taking off) of quantities for the items of work, a taking-off list is one of the first things a QS must prepare after careful study of the drawings and reading of the specification provided by Architect and Engineers. Nevertheless, "Man may falter, but God's perfection remains unwavering." Quantity Surveyors, I would love to know the strategies you use to ensure you do not miss an item of work while preparing the bill of quantities. And also, what's the remedial action you took in case such happened? #Construction #Quantitysurveying #Costmanagement #Humanerrors. #Projectmanagement

What do you think are the responsibilities of a QUANTITY SURVEYOR... Some may even ask, who is a Qs? Ummm....do you want to know 🤷? you surely want to know? come.... come right here👇👇👇 Ever heard this ??? Just like in a political institution, there's a a lawyer who provides legal advice, who represents them and provides political guidance using the laws embedded in the constitution..... That's how a Qs is a lawyer who provides construction advice, guidance and as well as representing the construction companies and industries using the laws embedded in the Joint Contract Tribunal (JCT).... Now you know what do you think??? leave a comment telling me what you really think are the responsibilities of QUANTITY SURVEYOR... Remember this is just one out of the numerous responsibilities of a Qs in the construction industry

What is the difference between a Senior Quantity Surveyor and a Quantity Surveyor? 🧐 This may sound like a daft question, however, when speaking to clients, the clear differences are becoming a grey area due to overworked teams and fast-track promotions. What do you think are some clear differences in the roles in relation to responsibilities?

Let’s take a moment to celebrate the incredible value Quantity Surveyors bring to the construction industry! 👏 These professionals are the ultimate multitaskers, wearing many hats to ensure the success of every project. Quantity Surveyors are: ✅ Consultants ✅ Contractors ✅ Economists ✅ Accountants ✅ Lawyers ✅ Engineers ✅ Financial Experts ...and so much more! 👷♂️🏡 Do you agree? Share your thoughts and give a shoutout to these unsung heroes of construction! 🙌

RELEVANT SKILLS NEEDED BY A QUANTITY SURVEYOR Quantity Surveyors are professionals who stand out for their unique ability to blend financial acumen with contractual expertise. Quantity surveying demands a broad spectrum of skills. From cost estimation to contract administration, a QS plays a pivotal role in steering construction projects toward financial and contractual success. This post explores some of the skills needed for effective delivery of our tasks. I hope this helps! 😊 Please share other skills needed, you never can tell who it will be useful for. Like, follow and share