Quantity Surveying is a profession that has been around for centuries, since 1785 to be exact. As you’re probably aware, Quantity Surveyors should be meticulous with their records. So, it should come as no surprise that some other form of records can be broken.
In today’s post, we’ll delve into five Quantity Surveying Record Breakers, and maybe either you or your firm could be placed on this list next year.
Okay, let’s get into it
The Youngest Chartered Quantity Surveyor
The youngest chartered surveyor on record is Kasim Khattak, who achieved chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors at the age of 22 in December 2021.
The Largest Quantity Surveying Firm
The largest quantity surveying firm in the world is believed to be Turner & Townsend, with over 8,400 employees and offices in 46 countries. TNT saw an annual turnover rise of 22%, from £883 million to £1.02 billion.
The Largest Construction Project Managed by a Quantity Surveyor
The largest construction project managed by a quantity surveyor on record is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which was managed by the quantity surveying firm Davis Langdon. The project cost an estimated $1.5 billion and was completed in 2010.
The Most Expensive Construction Project Managed by a Quantity Surveyor
The most expensive construction project managed by a quantity surveyor on record is the One World Trade Centre in New York City, which was managed by the quantity surveying firm AECOM. The project cost is an estimated $3.9 billion and was completed in 2014.
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The Most Successful Quantity Surveying Publication
The most successful quantity surveying publication is believed to be the RICS Building Cost Information Service, also known as BCIS Price Book, which provides detailed information on construction costs. It is widely used by quantity surveyors and other construction professionals.
