Preview Questions Quantity Surveyor | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What would be your approach to handling a disputed cost claim during the construction phase of a project?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Ignore the claim and continue with the project

Reject the claim without discussion

Accept the claim and adjust the budget accordingly

Evaluate the claim based on contract terms, documentation, and impact on the budget

Question 2: What is the role of quality control documentation in a construction project?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

To keep track of the contractor's work hours

To ensure that the construction meets the required standards and specifications as per contract

To schedule project milestones

To manage contractor disputes

Question 3: When conducting a cost estimate, how should a Quantity Surveyor handle the compliance costs associated with meeting local zoning regulations?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Add a contingency fund to cover potential zoning costs

Include the costs as part of the base construction budget

Ignore zoning costs as they are typically covered by the developer

Calculate the specific costs of zoning changes and allowances

Question 4: What is the best way for a Quantity Surveyor to account for changes in scope after the commencement of a construction project?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Ignore changes in scope and proceed with original estimates

Recalculate only the direct costs and disregard indirect costs

Modify the original cost estimate based on contractor input

Use a variation order process to quantify and price the changes

Question 5: How should a quantity surveyor account for market price fluctuations in long-term construction projects?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

By applying a cost escalation clause

By adjusting project scope based on market trends

By using a fixed price contract

By avoiding procurement from volatile suppliers

Question 6: How do zoning laws affect the application of building codes in a specific project?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Zoning laws are only relevant to residential buildings

Zoning laws have no impact on building code application

Zoning laws can specify the maximum building height and density

Zoning laws can restrict the type of construction based on location