A study on the applicability of quantity surveying in the Philippines
Date of Publication
2000
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Subject Categories
Civil Engineering
College
Gokongwei College of Engineering
Department/Unit
Civil Engineering
Abstract/Summary
In a developing country such as the Philippines, the proper use of financial capital for construction projects is one of the most important factors for owners and developers. The need to maximize resources such as money and materials must be considered especially for large projects to maximize profit.
Quantity surveying, concerned with estimating, contract formulation and other function to provide developers in the country significant benefits and advantages is documented in this study. Survey findings among construction management firms and developers regarding the use Quantity surveying were reported and analyzed in this study. Three quantity surveying firms were studied according to their scope of services and some other aspects. Davis Langdon and Seah Philippines, Inc., one of the three quantity surveying firm studied, is the first and only firm who specialized in quantity surveying services in the country. The distinction between the services offered by quantity surveying firms and construction management firms in the country is presented. Most construction management firms offer part quantity surveying services like cost estimating. The extensiveness on the used of quantity surveying among developers were tabulated and analyzed. A small percentage of the total developers surveyed utilized the service of quantity surveying. The study covers the procedures of quantity surveying practice and methods used to address the need of owner. The role of quantity surveyor has been discussed in detail in this study so as to assess its contribution in the development of construction industry."
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU10505
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
68 leaves ; Computer printout
Keywords
Quantity surveying--Philippines
Recommended Citation
Santillan, A., & Sia, J. (2000). A study on the applicability of quantity surveying in the Philippines. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/4227
Embargo Period
2-5-2021
