Construction projects are often complex so the purchasing of them requires a little thought.  Quantity surveyors can advise clients of the different procurement routes and their advantages.  Equally they can help contractors employ the services of subcontractors.  The cheapest option is not always the best option, a QS helps find the right service at the right price and ensures that it is delivered as agreed.

Would you sign a contract without reading it first, what if there are parts that you don't understand ?  Quantity Surveyors are trained to draft and issue construction contracts, as well as review and negotiate their terms.  If you need to issue contracts or have been issued a contract to sign, then a quantity surveyor should be contacted to assist.

Disputes are common in construction, quantity surveyors can help avoid them with good procurement, we can also help resolve disputes when they do occur.  Sometimes having an expert negotiate for you is enough, quantity surveyors understand how construction projects work so can negotiate to a fair position.  We can advise on other methods of resolution such as adjudication and can go on to represent clients through the adjudication.

Estimating is not just applying rates to quantified tasks, a quantity surveyor needs to consider various elements to calculate an accurate cost.  It is worth considering other contract terms when producing a cost.  By considering the tendering organisations  about Understanding construction and being able to read drawings allows a quantity surveyor Our experienced surveyors can provide expert witness testimony in legal proceedings related to land surveying. We have extensive knowledge of the industry and can provide valuable insights and analysis to support your case.

Dispute cases often require an independent expert to assess the cost of works or to analyse payments already made and variations claimed.  Legal firms rely on the knowledge and experience that a quantity surveyor has in order to be able to produce a report.