Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Master the art of cost, risk, and measurement with this professional Quantity Surveying diploma.

Overview
Quantity surveying is all about numbers—but it's far more interesting than it sounds. This Diploma in Quantity Surveying offers a sharp-edged understanding of cost estimation, risk awareness, and contractual nuance, all underpinned by the maths that holds the construction world together. From the first sketch to final payment, this course deciphers the financial choreography behind any successful building project.

Across eight strategically designed modules, you’ll explore the methods of measurement, dive into the murky waters of risk management, and gain a thorough grounding in the technologies and tools modern surveyors rely on. Whether you’re aiming to sharpen your cost management know-how or wanting to grasp the professional role of a quantity surveyor, this course delivers—neatly calculated, of course.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of quantity surveying and its key principles.
• Measure construction quantities accurately across a range of building works.
• Estimate costs efficiently using recognised methods and industry techniques.
• Manage financial planning throughout a project's development stages.
• Identify potential construction risks and explore strategies to mitigate them.
• Use industry-standard software relevant to quantity surveying practices.

Course Curriculum:

• Module 1: Introduction to Quantity Surveying
• Module 2: Quantity Surveying Measurement
• Module 3: Cost Estimation
• Module 4: Cost Management
• Module 5: Building Technology
• Module 6: Potential Risk and Management
• Module 7: The Role and Responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor
• Module 8: Software Used in Quantity Surveying

Who is this course for:

• Those aiming to enter the construction finance industry.
• Professionals exploring a switch to quantity surveying roles.
• Individuals interested in construction cost management.
• Students keen on architectural and engineering support roles.
• Building technology enthusiasts with a taste for detail.
• Project managers seeking cost estimation knowledge.
• Contract administrators brushing up on surveyor duties.
• Anyone with a calculator and curiosity for construction maths.

Career Path:

• Quantity Surveyor – £35,000 to £60,000 per year
• Cost Estimator – £30,000 to £55,000 per year
• Commercial Manager – £50,000 to £80,000 per year
• Construction Project Coordinator – £28,000 to £45,000 per year
• Contract Manager – £40,000 to £70,000 per year
• Building Cost Consultant – £38,000 to £65,000 per year