Quantity surveyors are involved in various construction activities which can either be Building or Civil Engineering projects. They take part in project implementation from start to completion. Their role in the project team is quantity take offs and cost estimations. In some projects especially building projects, they are appointed as project managers. a. Briefly explain the contents of Bill of Quantities and its importance. b. What is the difference between quantity take off and a full detailed estimate? (2 Marks) (1 Marks) c. What is the difference between quantity take off of Civil Engineering and Building project? (2 Marks) d. Why is it important to specify the type of finish when one is carrying out quantity take off for building projects? (2 Marks) e. Describe the differences between job site overheads and office overheads. f. What are the three major objectives for cost estimation for projects (2 Marks) (2 Marks) g. What are the factors which determine the unit rate of an item in the BOQ? (2 Marks) h. Discuss the factors and the impacts that affect contractor's profitability and what could be the possible solution. (7 Marks) Activat Go to Set