Quantity surveyors as
the cost managers of construction
. They define their role to span all project phases starting with the preparation of a project's capital expenditure until the operational maintenance and demolition of a facility. Quantity surveyors are
responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects
. Quantity surveyors manage the costs on a construction project. They help to ensure that the construction project is completed within its projected budget Rice/forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project Prepare tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation Track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project Measure and value the work done on site Pay subcontractors Liaise with the client and other constructio...