Course description
Certificate in Quantity Surveying Practice
A quantity surveyor is concerned with the costs and financial management of the building life-cycle. In this course, we will cover both pre and post contract processes, the commercial management of construction and concepts on various procurement options; the production of tender documents; the contractor's tendering procedure and strategy; and the detailed process undertaken by the contractor to price tender documents.
This is an intermediate-level QS course designed for both members and non-members. In this course, delegates will cover technical training around the key principles of tendering, estimating and pricing and provide you with knowledge of construction contracts and their financial provisions, procurement options; the production of tender documents; the contractor's tendering procedure and strategy; and the detailed process undertaken by the contractor to price tender documents. The aim of the course is to provide knowledge and skills in the core competencies of quantity surveying. Each content module is structured around one of the core competencies of the quantity surveying and construction pathway.
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Who should attend?
This course is for you, if you:
- workin the Quantity Surveying sector who islooking to gain core knowledge and skills required in the industry
- need an in-depth understanding of how to establish, manage and report on construction costs underpinned with an understanding of construction methodology and contracts
- are studying the APC Quantity Surveying pathway and need support with the technical modules on your pathway
Costs
- RICS member: £995.00+ VAT
- Non member: £1295.00 + VAT
Certification / Credits
150.0 Hours Formal CPD
Learning outcomes
- Implement and advise on appropriate contracts and procurement and tendering processes relevant to the project and client needs
- Plan, manage and report on project costs accurately throughout the lifecycle of a project
- Consider the impact of differing legal systems, contractual mechanisms and construction technology on construction costs
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