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T&T opens in Warsaw as Polish market recovers By David Matthews Consultant Turner & Townsend has opened an office in Warsaw as it
looks towards eastern Europe’s buoyant construction markets. Jon White, managing director for Europe, said that the office would initially have 10 staff, most of whom would be Polish. “It’s
part of our global expansion and a... Continue reading ...
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
By Angela G. M.
The role of an assistant quantity surveyor most times has the same elements as a head quantity surveyor. While not having the title and the corresponding pay rate, these individuals are responsible for many of the same things. This can include estimates, control over project costs, documentation and assessment. Each aspect of a project falls directly under the watchful eye of this person. With budgets sometimes in upw... Continue reading ...
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor
By Angela G. M.
A senior quantity surveyor is a professional who ideals with construction projects and costs. The senior quantity surveyor estimates the cost for product manufacturing, construction projects or services. Some senior quantity surveyors specialize in specific products or services. Different Levels and Positions There are several different levels of quantity surveyors. At the bottom of the ladder is the entry level. Above that i... Continue reading ...
Quantity Surveyor Employment and Job Opportunities
Quantity Surveyor Employment and Job Opportunities
Quantity Surveyor Employment and Job Opportunities
By Angela G. M.
A Quantity Surveyor has a very important job in the construction industry. Their job is to control costs. These include costs for the building, as well as the cost in hiring people. In order to be a Quantity Surveyor, one needs to be smart, know how to do math rather well, and of course have proper schooling and training. When there is a job that a company is going to begin... Continue reading ...
Basics of Taking Offs
Basics of Taking OffsAs we know Taking Off, sometimes spelled as "taking-off" or "takeoff",
is a main part for creating a BOQ in cost estimation process in
construction industry. Quantity Surveyors/Estimators are use
construction drawings and start taking off quantities of items they will
need from those drawings in order to prepare a estimation. They can use
drawings, either manually or electronically. Take off happens in
different ways, - Some do manual takeoffs from field
sketches
- Some d...
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Several Aspects of Surveying
Several Aspects of Surveying
Several Aspects of Surveying
By Piter Smith
Surveying is the process of taking measurements of feature on and occasionally above and below the earth's surface to determine their relative positions. It is a science of accurately determining the terrestrial position of points and the distances and angles between them. The practice may be more precisely described as land surveying to distinguish it from other forms of surveying like building surveying or quantity ... Continue reading ...
Benefits of Working With a Quantity Surveyor
Benefits of Working With a Quantity Surveyor
Benefits of Working With a Quantity Surveyor
By Chris Jenkinson
A quantity surveyor plays an integral part in the construction process of commercial property. Work can ultimately impact the total cost of a construction project. If in Yorkshire, a quantity surveyor Yorkshire consulting firm can help contractors and developers manage the costs related to architectural projects, including increasing the value received for the money spent on a proj... Continue reading ...
Concerned With Construction Costs? Hire a Quantity Surveyor
Concerned With Construction Costs? Hire a Quantity Surveyor
Concerned With Construction Costs? Hire a Quantity Surveyor
By Chris Jenkinson
If you are concerned about the construction costs on a building project in the UK, consider hiring a quantity surveyor Yorkshire professional. When you are concerned about the cost of materials and the contracts associated with these material vendors and subcontractors, this type of surveyor can work with your construction team to ensure you keep costs... Continue reading ...
The Role of the Quantity Surveyor
The Role of the Quantity Surveyor
The Role of the Quantity Surveyor
By Sam D Smith
A Quantity Surveyor is an individual who oversees many parts of the construction operation. Traditionally this role has been performed by a highly trained person with extensive knowledge in the operational procedures involved with construction or project management. This position often acts as an independent contractor and is a trusted and respected source for professional consultation. The roles of the Qua... Continue reading ...
What is Quantity Surveyor?
What is Quantity Surveyor?
What is Quantity Surveyor?
By Bea N
The Quantity Surveyor estimates and monitors the cost of construction. Quantity Surveyors manage all costs relating to building projects Quantity Surveyors are employed to monitor the cost of the project minimising the expenditure and at the same time achieving the required standards and qualities. The Quantity Surveyor is a professional person responsible for ensuring that the budget developed during the design stage of constru... Continue reading ...
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