A quantity surveyor manages costs for construction projects. They are involved from the beginning stages of a project through to completion.
Responsibilities
Cost estimation: Estimate the cost of materials and labor
Budgeting: Create budgets and manage them during construction
Cost monitoring: Track project costs and prepare financial reports
Contract management: Evaluate tenders and negotiate contracts
Contractual advice: Provide advice on contractual claims
Cost proposals: Review cost proposals
Project tracking: Track design or construction work changes and adjust the budget