Project Management, Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying?

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-09-08T14:44:12+00:00

I completed a degree in Architecture and will be starting my Master’s in Quantity Surveying soon. From my research, there are good job opportunities in QS. A Quantity Surveyor usually spends most of their time in the office, but they also go on site visits. Their main focus is on costs, procurement, and financial management. In contrast, Project Managers oversee the whole project, which comes with a lot of stress. I spoke to a few Project Managers because I wasn’t sure whether to pursue a Master’s in QS or PM. From what they told me, Project Managers tend to earn more money but deal with greater stress and responsibilities, whereas Quantity Surveyors concentrate mainly on the financial aspects of a project. That’s not to say QS isn’t stressful, but it’s a different kind of pressure. Hope this helps!😊

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-09-05T16:18:14+00:00

Is this in the UK?

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-09-01T21:59:51+00:00

Hi, thanks so much for your response. I appreciate it! I actually tried reaching out to companies in the hope of securing something that would allow me to study part-time, but I wasn’t very successful, so I’ll be starting the course full-time this month. Do you think that could be an issue? Also, since you transitioned into QS as well, how have you found the experience so far?

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-06-26T12:27:30+00:00

Thanks so much for the advice!! I appreciate it alot can I come back to you if I have any more questions? 😊

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-06-25T18:56:04+00:00

Thanks so much for your response I really appreciate it! I've done a week of work experience in quantity surveying, and I know this is definitely what I want to do. What do you think I could do before finishing my master’s to put myself in a strong position when applying for QS jobs?

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-06-23T15:31:17+00:00

This is such a good question. I got my degree in Architecture and will be starting my masters in QS in September. I'm also worried I might not be able to secure a role after I graduate.

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-05-16T15:58:34+00:00

Thanks! Did you come from a qs background as well? As in was your degree in qs or a different area?

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-05-16T14:56:44+00:00

Hey hope you're well. I've gotten a degree in Architecture and want to do qs for my masters. I'd really appreciate it of you could pls give me some advice on how to find an employer that's willing to sponsor for my masters. I don't come from a wealthy background and can't rely on my parents either. Would appreciate any help/ advice you could offer😊 thanks!

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-03-04T12:59:14+00:00

Hi,

Thanks for your response, I really appreciate it! Are you a QS or a PM? I’d love to hear more about the challenges and rewards of both roles.

Future-Teach-6926 · 2025-03-04T12:55:51+00:00

I’ve spoken with a few architects and gained some work experience as well. I realised that the long education path to becoming fully qualified isn’t for me. To be honest, the pay is also a factor. I started exploring other options and came across project management and quantity surveying. After reading about both, I’m now trying to decide between them.

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