Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

 This Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management (Hons) course from University of Derby will put you on the path to senior positions in the construction industry.

Key facts

• This course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
• Join a course accredited by the Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors and the Chartered Institute of Building
• Gain the ideal preparation for a demanding, responsible and rewarding career as a chartered quantity surveyor
• Develop a broad and sound understanding of the scientific, technological, professional, legal and management skills related to key areas of quantity surveying
• Choose a course designed in close collaboration with employers and aligned to professional practice in the industry
• Take an optional work placement between stages two and three – you will gain valuable experience in developing the skills and knowledge employers are looking for

Careers

• Highly sought after due to their financial and business acumen, quantity surveyors often hold very senior positions in industry, local government and central government. You will find that career opportunities also exist in a number of related fields, including the built environment, civil and heavy engineering and the offshore and petrochemical industries.
• Quantity surveyors are responsible for the cost of any building project - from initial estimates right through to the final acquisition of materials. Surveying jobs and their associated roles are varied, but generally focussed on providing clients with value for money while adhering to the strict regulations which govern every aspect of the construction industry.