Quantity surveyors work out exactly how much a building costs to construct and are in charge of finances. 

preparing tender and contract documents

working out the cost of repair and maintenance work

establishing exactly what a client wants

weighing up commercial risks

allocating work to subcontractors

valuing completed work and arranging payments

Making sure a project meets every legal and quality standard

Making sure that the client gets value for their money

Advising on the maintenance costs of specific buildings