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Construction quantity surveyor

Construction quantity surveyor

Construction and the built environment

Level 6 - Professional Occupation

Managing all costs relating to construction projects.

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Reference: OCC0045

Status: assignment_turned_inApproved occupation

Average (median) salary: £46,605 per year

SOC 2020 code: 2453 Quantity surveyors

SOC 2020 sub unit groups:

  • 2453/00 Quantity surveyors

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ST0045:

Construction quantity surveyor (degree)

(Level 6)

Approved for delivery

Employers involved in creating the standard:

Morgan Sindall plc, Balfour Beatty plc, Costain Ltd, Wates Ltd, Willmott Dixon Holdings Ltd, Lendlease UK, Aggregate Industries UK Ltd, Amey LG Limited, Bouygues E & S Infrastructure UK Ltd, BAM Construct UK Ltd, BAM Nuttall Ltd, Laing O’Rourke plc, Lovell Partnerships Ltd, Kier Group plc, Byrne Brothers Ltd, Clugston Construction Ltd, Galliford Try Services Ltd, Seddon Construction Ltd, NG Bailey Ltd, SSE Contracting Ltd, Skanska Construction Ltd, VolkerWessels UK Ltd, RICS [Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors], ICES [Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors], CECA [Civil Engineering Contractors Association], Leeds College of Building.

Summary

The occupation covered by this standard is that of a Construction Quantity Surveyor. Typical job titles can include: Quantity Surveyor, Construction Surveyor, Construction Cost Consultant, Cost Engineer, Cost Analyst, Cost Manager, Project Cost Co-ordinator, Project Cost Controller, Cost Planner or Commercial Manager. Construction Quantity Surveyors are associated with the financial and legal management of construction projects. They are based on sites or in offices.

Employers involved in creating the standard:

Morgan Sindall plc, Balfour Beatty plc, Costain Ltd, Wates Ltd, Willmott Dixon Holdings Ltd, Lendlease UK, Aggregate Industries UK Ltd, Amey LG Limited, Bouygues E & S Infrastructure UK Ltd, BAM Construct UK Ltd, BAM Nuttall Ltd, Laing O’Rourke plc, Lovell Partnerships Ltd, Kier Group plc, Byrne Brothers Ltd, Clugston Construction Ltd, Galliford Try Services Ltd, Seddon Construction Ltd, NG Bailey Ltd, SSE Contracting Ltd, Skanska Construction Ltd, VolkerWessels UK Ltd, RICS [Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors], ICES [Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors], CECA [Civil Engineering Contractors Association], Leeds College of Building.

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Typical job titles include:

Commercial Manager
Construction Cost Consultant
Construction Surveyor
Cost Analyst
Cost Engineer
Cost Manager
Cost Planner
Project Cost Controller
Project Cost Co-Ordinator
Quantity Surveyor

Keywords:

Construction
Construction Quantity Surveyor
Degree
Quantity Surveyor
Surveyor

Knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)

K1: Demonstrate understanding of balance sheets, profit and loss accounts and business plans
K2: Understand obligations for Health, Safety and Welfare issues on site, how to identify potential hazards and manage the risks
K3: Understand the principles for the avoidance of conflict and dispute resolution between stakeholders in a project
K4: Understand the environmental impact of construction activities and how to minimise negative impacts during all stages of the project
K5: Understand and evaluate construction legislation and various forms of contract used in a project
K6: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the construction process and of the materials and technology that comprise best practice
K7: Understand the main types of procurement and the related tendering and negotiating processes required to select specialist contractors
K8: Understand the principles of measurement and costing of construction works and their relationship to the financial control of a project
K9: Understand how costs are controlled and reported on and the legal constraints
K10: Understand the nature of risk and its effect on the management of a project
K11: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles of the financial and legal management of construction projects during the construction phase
K12: Describe the principles of the programming and scheduling aspects of projects during the construction phase that ensure completion on time

S1: Be able to apply and evaluate the principles for the avoidance of conflict and dispute resolution such as adjudication and arbitration between project stakeholders
S2: Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work
S3: Analyse costs and benefits of sustainability initiatives on a project
S4: Be able to advise on the legal aspects of a project and the most suitable form of contract to be used to ensure fairness and efficiency
S5: Be able to advise on the most suitable construction solutions that maximise value for clients and enhance the cost effectiveness of the project within the budget constraints
S6: Be able to advise on the appropriateness of various procurement routes and manage and report on the tendering and negotiation processes to select specialist contractors
S7: Advise on appropriate methods of measurement of completed works and issue documentation required for payment to specialist contractors and income from client
S8: Advise construction team and the client on strategies to control predicted expenditure in line with the budget
S9: Carry out risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate risk
S10: Monitor, report and advise construction team on project cashflows and profitability. Evaluate and advise on financial implications of decisions during the construction phase
S11: Assess, interpret and report on progress and assist in the control of programmes during the construction phase

B1: Understand and apply the Code of Conduct and conduct regulations, ethics and professional standards relevant to industrys recognised professional bodies
B2: Demonstrate knowledge and ability to manage expectations and identify improvements
B3: Be able to work with others towards common goals and understand different techniques for communication and negotiation
B4: Identify own development needs and take appropriate action to meet those needs

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