Chartered Quantity Surveyor
Career information and advice on being a Chartered Quantity Surveyor

A Chartered Surveyor is not a single profession but rather encompasses a wide range of jobs relating to land, property and construction issues.

All these careers have a common skill-set and as such they fall into the job description of Chartered Surveyor.

As a Chartered Surveyor you could be involved in any number of projects ranging from major Construction projects to protecting the environment.

Seabed Surveys and Valuing Antiques and Fine Art also fall with the services of a Chartered Surveyor.

You could work in many areas as a Building Surveyor, Construction Surveyor, Residential Property Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor.

You could work for a Surveying Practice, a Property Company, Construction Company, government, local authorities or for yourself.

Chartered Surveyor functions include

As Chartered Surveying is such a diverse profession there are many functions that may fall within the role of a Chartered Surveyor.

Chartered Surveyors are extremely experienced and qualified professionals who impart specialist advice on Property and other subjects.

If you were to become a Chartered Surveyor you would need to adhere to a strict code of conduct and carry out continual research and updates to ensure that you have the latest knowledge in your field of specialisation.

Surveyors measure, log and interpret data or drawings, referring to charts, maps and diagrams. As a Surveyor, a lot of your work would involve using data to negotiate, bargain give advice or explain and put forward ideas.

Building Surveyors advise on design and construction of new and existing buildings. They could also be involved in maintenance and repair.

Construction Surveyors oversee construction projects. Residential Property Surveyors offer advice on the purchase, sale and development of properties.

Quantity Surveyors assess and manage costing and quantities that are related to the building industry.

Environmental Surveyors advise on the environmental impact of construction and monitor the effects of existing buildings on the environment. They also look for ways to improve energy efficiency and environmental impact.

Technical Surveyors advise on the best use of equipment and machinery within a business.

Rural Property Surveyors analyse environmental management, real estate, auctions, property valuation and equipment, as well as lease reviews.

Commercial Property Surveyors advise on the purchase, sale and development of commercial property.

Minerals and Mining Surveyors provide valuation services related to mineral resources, waste management, sites, mines and quarries.