Character traits of a Quantity Surveyor:
Critical Thinking
Process critical thinking into decision making at crunch time. another attribute of a quantity surveyor is to be able to examine different cost futures combined with the imminent “What If” scenario. Being responsive is a crucial feat in acquiring and retaining clients.
Meticulous
A key attribute is having an eye for detail. Vigilant supervision of detail constitutes to the overall success of a project. This reflects strongly on your company image, conclusively influencing the customer experience. Any careless calculation can cause serious consequences to the project, one where financial losses could occur.
Composure
Being a QS means working within a multi-project environment. You need to stay composed, which permits you to tackle your work in peak condition; ensuring tasks are completed without compromising company standards. That being said, time management and prioritisation are key for quantity surveyors.
Organised
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will need to be extremely organised. Today, Quantity Surveyors are playing an increasing significant part in decision making in projects and being organised should really be part of your modus operandi. Keep up with all figures, data, and paperwork so that you can provide timely recommendations for the company’s project managers. To stay on top of your game, you need to deliver information instantly. A well-organised QS will always deliver better productivity results.
Team Orientated
Being a QS means not only polishing your numeracy skills, but your team building skills as well. Like any other job, teamwork delivers enhanced performance beyond the sheer sum of its members’ single contributions – also known as the synergy effect.
Overwhelmed? Don’t be. Jump in and have a go and remember that there are no proven short cuts in developing these traits, however, with the right tools, you can start developing and rectifying your practises in aspiration to becoming a QS that is not only respected but also at the top of their game!
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