Where can I work as a graduate quantity surveyor or surveyor?
Quantity and building surveyors can work for a wide range of organisations. Options include multidisciplinary construction firms, architecture firms, civil and structural engineering contractors and consultants, government departments and housing associations. Many building surveyors work for property firms and consultancies.When you’re choosing your employer, it’s helpful to know what the main types of built environment employer do: • Consultants provide technical expertise, turning an architect’s plans into a safe and workable design, and resolving any problems during construction. • Contractors are in charge of construction on site. They face the challenge of completing high quality work to specification, on time and to budget. • Subcontractors are specialists in one very specific area. They are usually hired by the contractor to perform complicated works or provide advice. Some employers combine consulting and contracting work – these are often known as ‘design and build’ organisat
