Quiz on Quantity Surveying

What is the primary role of a Quantity Surveyor (QS)?

• To manage construction costs

• To sell properties

• To design buildings

• To supervise construction workers

Which of the following is NOT a division under The Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM)?

• Building Surveying

• Environmental Surveying

• Land Surveying

• Quantity Surveying

What is the purpose of the Bill of Quantities (BQs)?

• To measure site conditions

• To estimate project costs

• To evaluate contractor performance

• To prepare legal documents

What does the process of estimation in quantity surveying involve?

• Calculating the total project duration

• Calculating the quantities of various items of work

• Assessing site conditions

• Preparing legal contracts

What is the main objective of a Quantity Surveyor during a construction project?

• To ensure the project is completed ahead of schedule

• To ensure the project remains within budget

• To maximize contractor profits

• To minimize client involvement

What is the significance of accurate measurement in quantity surveying?

• It helps in marketing the project

• It reduces the need for contracts

• It simplifies the design process

• It controls construction costs

What is the role of a Land Surveyor?

• To manage construction costs

• To assess land and geographic information

• To design buildings

• To supervise construction workers

What is the purpose of procurement in construction?

• To manage the construction site

• To acquire materials and services

• To design the building

• To evaluate contractor performance

What is the primary focus of the Quantity Surveyor during the budgeting phase?

• To expedite the construction process

• To minimize client involvement

• To ensure all costs are reconciled with the cost plan

• To increase project costs

Which of the following best describes the role of a Building Surveyor?

• Managing construction costs

• Providing legal advice

• Offering specialist services on building matters

• Conducting land surveys