If you see an Architect, you picture buildings.
An Engineer? Roads, bridges and structures.
But when you say Quantity Surveyor, many people still ask:
“What exactly does a QS do?” 🤔
Well, let me introduce you to the professional who helps keep construction projects from becoming financial disasters.
Who is a Quantity Surveyor?
A Quantity Surveyor (QS) is a construction professional responsible for managing the cost, commercial and contractual aspects of a project.
In simple terms, we help answer one of the most important questions in construction:
“How much will this project cost, and are we getting value for the money?”
What does a QS do?
▫️ Cost estimating & budgeting
▫️ Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
▫️ Tendering & procurement
▫️ Contract administration
▫️ Valuation of work done
▫️ Variation assessment
▫️ Cost control & financial reporting
▫️ Risk management
▫️ Final accounts
Why does it matter?
A beautiful design can still become a financial nightmare if the cost isn’t properly managed.
A QS helps the client understand what they’re paying for, the contractor manage the commercial side, and the project team make informed cost decisions.
Architects design it.
Engineers make it work.
Quantity Surveyors help make sure you can afford to build it.
Now you know what a QS does. 👷🏽♂️📊