What it's like being a young Digital Quantity Surveyor in Construction
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The Construction Industry is undergoing a profound transformation. At the heart of this change is a new generation of digitally minded professionals. These are not just engineers or architects with iPads – they are individuals rethinking the processes, roles, and expectations across the entire built environment.
Among the rising profiles is the young digital quantity surveyor.
We created a podcast episode, ”The rise of the young digital quantity surveyor in Construction,” featuring Alice Graham, Solution Specialist in cost management. Join us when we explore how the next generation is reshaping the industry.
Embracing digital talent is crucial for the construction companies moving forward.
The new generation entering the workforce is bringing a mindset shaped by automation, data analytics, and intuitive tech tools. Where seasoned professionals may default to manual workflows and Excel spreadsheets, the new professionals are asking:
“Why not automate it?”
As a young quantity surveyor, Alice thrives on using digital tools to enhance productivity, track variations in real time, and communicate clearly with her teams.
Her approach is systematic, data-driven, and proactive. She is proving that quantity surveying is no longer just about measurements and margins. It’s about integrating cost management into the digital transformation of the entire construction process.
Continue reading, if you want a closer look at this transformation and the new digital thinking.
In the following article, we’ll discuss:
- From tradition to transformation
- Diversity and inclusion is part of a new digital thinking
- To retain, reinvent and rethink
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From tradition to transformation
Traditionally, the role of the quantity surveyor has been reactive:
You chase updates.
You measure.
You report.
But today, the most effective quantity surveyor professionals are becoming strategic partners who influence decision-making through real-time insights.
And young digital quantity surveyors don’t wait for issues to arise; they anticipate them.
With dashboards and tracking tools, they ensure that all stakeholders stay on the same page.
They understand not only the numbers. But also how to contextualize them through smart platforms and data visualization. This shift isn’t only improving project outcomes.
But it elevates the status of the quantity surveyor role itself.
The new role isn’t only more efficient.
The wave of digital talent is also more inclusive and diverse than ever.
You may ask: “How come?”
Keep reading to find the answer!
Diversity and inclusion is a part of a new digital thinking
As a woman in the Construction Industry, Alice is a part of a world dominated by men.
The male-dominated environment sheds light on another industry challenge: gender diversity. For decades, construction has been stereotyped as a man’s world. Sticking to traditions, the industry hasn’t been able to include women on equal terms as men.
These new professionals aren’t just challenging how we build.
They’re also challenging who gets to build.
Digitalization has altered the barriers to entry for people with a wide range of skills and backgrounds. Proving that construction is no longer just about physical strength but mental agility and collaborative innovation.
For construction leaders, embracing this shift isn’t optional – it’s essential.
Companies that cling to legacy processes and hierarchical communication structures will struggle to attract and retain top digital talent.
The reason being that the new generation wants:
· Workplaces that listen and adapt.
· Tools that make sense.
· Empowerment.
· Transparency.
Investing in modern platforms, offering mentorship opportunities, and creating inclusive environments are no longer perks – they are baseline expectations.
Making it a requirement for companies to make changes today.
To retain, reinvent and rethink
The rise of the digital quantity surveyor is more than a passing trend.
It’s a signal that the future of construction is smarter, faster, more connected, and more inclusive. These professionals aren’t just adapting to the digital world – they’re building it.
As the industry moves forward, the companies that succeed will be the ones that:
– Retain their digital talent by providing opportunities for growth and ownership.
– Reinvent their approach to hiring.
– Rethink their processes.
Now is the time to invest in digital tools, rethink outdated workflows, and champion diversity and inclusion.
Because the next generation isn’t just coming.
They’re already here.
And they’re ready to transform the industry from the ground up.