WorksheetsRoles of QS at Pre and Post Contract Stage
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which document prepared by the QS at the pre-contract stage outlines the quantities and descriptions of work to be completed?
Final Account
Billof Quantities (BQ)
Variation Order
Progress Claim
What is the key responsibility of the QS at the post-contract stage?
Designing the building layout
Managing the tender process
Monitoring project costs and valuing variations
Preparing the bill of quantities
During the tendering process the QS is responsible for:
Evaluating tenders submitted by the Contractors
Supervising on-site construction activities
Preparing as-built drawings
Certifying payment claims
At pre-contract stage, what is the primary role of a Quantity Surveyor?
Preparing the final account
Valuing work done on-site
Preparing cost estimates and tender documents
Inspecting construction quality
How does a QS ensure cost control at the early stage of the construction project?
By negotiating with suppliers
By preparing accurate cost estimates and conducting feasibility studies
By inspecting completed work
By reviewing contractor claims
When a Contractor submits a progress claim, the QS is responsible for:
Negotiating new contract terms
Preparing the contract documents
Inspecting health and safety standards
Reviewing and certifying the amount payable for work completed
QS plays a crucial role in risk management at the pre-contract stage by:
Managing site safety
Inspecting the contractor’s work
Identifying cost risks and providing mitigation strategies
Monitoring project timelines
What is the role of QS in dealing with variations?
Ignoring all variations requested by the contractor
Preparing variation orders and negotiating costs with the contractor
Overseeing contractor recruitment
Ensuring no changes to the original design
Below is the key task of the QS during the pre-contract stage except:
Monitor on-site material usage
Conduct feasibility studies and advise on budget constraints
Certify payments to subcontractors
Resolve disputes between parties
What is the main reason of the involvement of QS in the preparation of the final account?
To negotiate new contracts
To finalize all costs, ensuring the project stays within the agreed budget
To manage construction schedules
To supervise the contractor’s workforce
