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This concept is obsolete

quantity surveying

knowledge

engineering, manufacturing and construction

architecture and construction

building and civil engineering

quantity surveying

Concept overview

Description

The process of estimating, planning and monitoring the costs of construction for buildings within large construction projects. It means the efficient and effective utilisation of resources and includes aspects of risk analysis as well as tender evaluation and public procurement.

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quantity surveying techniques

Skill type

knowledge

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sector specific skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)