A quantity surveyor is a professional (usually chartered) individual who carries out quantity surveying work.
Quantity surveying is a profession concerned with the quantification of physical quantities.
To carry out quantity surveying work a quantity surveyor uses various measurement methods mathematical formulas and computer aids such as spreadsheets.
Quantity surveyors enter estimates of quantities costs and budgets into computing programs.
They also prepare reports analyses and cost estimates.
Quantity surveyors work in a variety of environments including construction engineering and architectural firms government departments and private firms.