{"product_id":"construction-quantity-surveying-a-practical-guide-for-the-contractors-qs-paperback-2","title":"Construction Quantity Surveying: A Practical Guide for the Contractor's QS - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDonald Towey\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe revised and updated comprehensive resource for Quantity Surveyors working with a construction contractor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe second edition of \u003ci\u003eConstruction Quantity Surveying \u003c\/i\u003eoffers a practical guide to quantity surveying from a main contractor's perspective. This indispensable resource covers measurement methodology (including samples using NRM2 as a guide), highlights the complex aspects of a contractor's business, reviews the commercial and contractual management of a construction project and provides detailed and practical information on running a project from commencement through to completion. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToday's Quantity Surveyor (QS) plays an essential role in the management of construction projects, although the exact nature of the role depends on who employs the QS. The QS engaged by the client and the contractor's QS have different parts to play in any construction project, with the contractor's QS role extending beyond traditional measurement activities, to encompass day-to-day tasks of commercial building activities including estimating, contract administration, and construction planning, as well as cost and project management. This updated and practical guide: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocuses on the application, knowledge and training required of a modern Quantity Surveyor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClearly shows how Quantity Surveying plays an essential central role within the overall management of construction projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers measurement methodology, the key elements of the contractor's business and the commercial and contractual management of a construction project\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe construction industry changes at fast pace meaning the quantity surveyor has a key role to play in the successful execution of construction projects by providing essential commercial input. \u003ci\u003eConstruction Quantity Surveying\u003c\/i\u003e meets this demand as an up-to-date practical guide that includes the information needed for a Quantity Surveyor to perform at the highest level. It clearly demonstrates that quantity surveying is not limited to quantifying trade works and shows it as an important aspect of commercial and project management of construction projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe revised and updated comprehensive resource for Quantity Surveyors working with a construction contractor\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second edition of \u003ci\u003eConstruction Quantity Surveying\u003c\/i\u003e offers a practical guide to quantity surveying from a main contractor's perspective. This indispensable resource covers measurement methodology (including samples using NRM2 as a guide), highlights the complex aspects of a contractor's business, reviews the commercial and contractual management of a construction project and provides detailed and practical information on running a project from commencement through to completion. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday's Quantity Surveyor (QS) plays an essential role in the management of construction projects, although the exact nature of the role depends on who employs the QS. The QS engaged by the client and the contractor's QS have different parts to play in any construction project, with the contractor's QS role extending beyond traditional measurement activities, to encompass day-to-day tasks of commercial building activities including estimating, contract administration, and construction planning, as well as cost and project management. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis updated and practical guide: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocuses on the application, knowledge and training required of a modern Quantity Surveyor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClearly shows how Quantity Surveying plays an essential central role within the overall management of construction projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers measurement methodology, the key elements of the contractor's business and the commercial and contractual management of a construction project\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe construction industry changes at fast pace and the quantity surveyor has a key role to play in the successful execution of construction projects by providing essential commercial input. \u003ci\u003eConstruction Quantity Surveying\u003c\/i\u003e meets the demand for an up-to-date practical guide that includes the information needed for a Quantity Surveyor to perform at the highest level. It clearly demonstrates that quantity surveying is not limited to quantifying trade works and shows it as an important aspect of commercial and project management of construction projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDonald Towey\u003c\/b\u003e MRICS has over 30 years' experience in the construction industry. Originating from Manchester, his wealth of experience includes working with contractors and consultants in the UK, Australia and Middle East helping to deliver a range of building types for both public and private sector clients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.5 x 6.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 13, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47390813126905,"sku":"9781119312901","price":131.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/T2ZZVXdtaHZrUjE1VTl4RDVaVzIzZz09_38fbc601-ff71-45ac-a898-0d379270ab7a.webp?v=1770225925","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/construction-quantity-surveying-a-practical-guide-for-the-contractors-qs-paperback-2","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}