2016/2017 Quantity Surveying update
2016
After a busy October and November, the construction industry continued to gather pace heading into the festive period. Whilst most men, women, and children were writing their Christmas lists, planning their travels, or preparing to brave the shops as December 25th grew ever closer, the construction and property industry was as busy as ever.
From Quantity Surveyors to Project Managers and Building Surveyors, there was movement all around—vacancies opening and vacancies being filled. As Christmas approached, Main Contractors and PQS/Consultancies began writing their 2017 wish lists.
- In the North West, there were wishes for Senior Quantity Surveyors.
- In Yorkshire, Main Contractors sought experienced professionals to grow and develop their businesses.
- In the City, everyone was seeking a bright and ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor or a Chartered Senior QS.
And then, just like that, it was Christmas.
2017
We entered 2017 ready to go—ready to start the process all over again. Though many of my clients took their time to return to the office, their Christmas wishes were heard.
Out of the shadows of New Year’s Eve emerged potentially brilliant Quantity Surveyors of the future. Ambitious, intelligent, and eager to grow, a number of Assistant Quantity Surveyors began seeking new roles.
January brought surprising requests. Associate Directors and Directors were needed in London and Kent—three rare opportunities waiting to be filled.
The year is still young, but already the industry is booming. Talented Quantity Surveyors at all levels are in high demand.
While it is a new year, the skill shortage remains, and vacancies are coming out of my ears.
