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What is a Quantity Surveyor?
A quantity surveyor estimates costs during construction proposals. They are responsible for ensuring that planned structures comply with quality standards and stay within budget. Quantity surveyors provide support from the beginning of the project and evaluate ways to increase cost efficiency through regular reports.
Are quantity surveying and cost consultancy the same?
Yes. Quantity surveying and cost consultancy are the same and can be used interchangeably. They both aim to keep your expenses down, so you remain within budget from the start of the proposal to its completion.
"A skilled quantity surveyor acts as the financial backbone of a project, ensuring every pound is spent wisely to maximise value and efficiency."
What quantity surveying services are available?
Our experienced team of Cost Consultants are versed in a large variety of sectors, making sure your project benefits from a multi-disciplinary approach, characterised by diverse experiences and a varied range of working methods.
We can help with standard tasks like pricing estimates, contractual advice and risk management, and our services extend to:
- Procurement advice and strategy
- Early feasibility cost advice, including benchmarking studies and options appraisals
- Cost planning and modelling
- Insurance valuations
- Cash flow forecasting
- Contractor/supplier pre-qualification and evaluation
- Tender and contract preparation and evaluation, including bills of quantities
- Value engineering and value management advice
- Cost in use and lifecycle costing
- Contract administration
- Commercial and financial management
- Interim valuation and final account negotiations and settlements
Why is quantity surveying important?
Quantity surveying offers financial control at every stage of your project, providing peace of mind for all stakeholders, such as investors, developers and business leaders. Risks are also minimised, and value is optimised through accurate cost assessments, giving you confidence that the development will meet your expectations.
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Our team of building consultants provide a range of commercial property solutions, from specialist building surveys to architecture and education funding application support. Speak to one of our experts to find out how we can help you deliver your objectives.
What does the cost consultancy process involve?
- The preliminary approximate estimate – The surveyor will establish a realistic initial estimate for the cost
- The cost plan – The surveyor will assist with planning how the estimate should be spent across different stages of the project
- Cost checking – The surveyor checks that the design can be completed inside the cost plan confinements
When should I appoint a quantity surveyor?
You should engage a quantity surveyor when you conceptualise your development idea. The earlier you appoint them, the more support they can offer. They can provide valuable insights during the feasibility, procurement and budgeting processes, giving you realistic expectations about how much the project will cost.
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Contact our team of leading auctioneers, property agents, and RICS-qualified surveyors today.
Why should I choose an Eddisons cost consultant?
Acting as a gatekeeper and impartial advisor, we guide our clients in choosing the right options for their development. Our RICS-qualified team is practical and proactive, joining your project team in the initial stages and often being the last to sign off, ensuring your budget is considered until the very end.
Some other reasons to consider us for quantity surveying services include:
- We have over 180 years of industry experience
- Our experts have extensive knowledge of many sectors
- All our Quantity Surveyors are RICS-certified
- We have been rated highly by past clients on Reviews.IO
Appoint our Quantity Surveyors now
Appoint a quantity surveyor you can trust with us today. Simply call 0800 051 2593 or complete the form below to start the process. Want to learn more about us and the wider industry? Read our news and insights articles.
