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In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about the diploma in quantity survey in Kenya, such as what it entails, qualifications, where to study, job prospects, and more.

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Diploma in quantity survey [all you need to know]

So, what is diploma in quantity survey all about?

Quantity survey typically entails managing the costs and finances of construction projects, ensuring that they stay within the budget, and providing accurate estimates for materials and labor.

To be specific, this diploma provides students with knowledge and skills in measuring, estimating, and costing building and civil engineering construction works.

Therefore, by enrolling in this course, you will gain relevant skills for current construction management.

Keep in mind that a key part of your role will be to communicate with a variety of other teams working on a project, such as architects and engineers, in order to successfully deliver building projects that meet their clients’ cost and quality objectives.

That being said, here is a general course outline for the diploma in quantity surveying in Kenya:

• Building construction
• Building economics
• Civil engineering construction
• Construction law
• Drawing
• Estimating and costing
• Mathematics
• Measurement of building and civil engineering works
• Surveying

What jobs can you do with a diploma in quantity survey?

After successful completion of the course, you will be able to work for quantity surveying firms and building construction companies as:

• Assistant quantity surveyor
• Site clerk
• Site supervisor
• Assistant contract administrator

Your primary goal will be to maximize value for money by reducing project costs while maintaining the necessary quality and standards.

Other duties will include:

• Drawing bills of quantities for building construction
• Assisting in the preparation of bill of quantities and providing project implementation material requirements to manage flow and cost
• Preparing quantities and reviewing construction plans
• Providing a cost report both during and after project implementation
• Managing the project cost estimation
• Analyzing completed projects
• Liaising with architects and the resident engineer on construction projects contracted by other selected consultants and contractors

Is diploma in quantity survey marketable?

Yes, a diploma in quantity surveying is, indeed, marketable.

Why?

You see, quantity surveyors, play an important role in the construction and real estate industries by managing costs and budgets and ensuring efficient resource allocation for projects.

So, as long as there is and will always be construction and infrastructure, there will be a demand for skilled quantity surveyors.

And it is for this reason that, a diploma in quantity surveying is a valuable qualification that can lead to a wide range of job opportunities in both the public and private sectors, providing a stable and potentially lucrative career path.

The only disadvantage of a diploma is that it does not qualify you for registration with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors.

Regardless, to succeed in the field of quantity surveying, you must be aggressive, hardworking, efficient, and disciplined.

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Diploma in quantity survey requirements

To enroll in a quantity survey diploma program, you must meet the following requirements:

Minimum entry requirements:

A KCSE minimum mean grade of C (plain) or its equivalent

In addition, you must have the following qualifications in the required cluster subjects:

• C (plain) in Mathematics
• C (plain) in Physics
• C (plain) in either English or Kiswahili

Alternative qualifications:

A pass in relevant craft certificate course

Diploma in quantity survey fee structure

It will cost you Kshs. 67,189 every year (for a period of 3 years), to study for a diploma in quantity survey at any of the accredited TVET colleges in Kenya.

The following is a breakdown of the fees per term/semester:

Term 1: Kshs. 35,220

Term 2: Kshs. 31,969

Total per year: Kshs. 67,189

Aside from the above fee, you will also need to budget for the following mandatory levies separately:

• Registration fee
• KUCCPS registration fee
• Student ID card
• Student levy

Institutions offering diploma in quantity survey

The following is a list of all the accredited TVET colleges in Kenya that offer the program:

• Sigalagala national polytechnic
• Rift Valley Technical Training Institute
• Kabete National Polytechnic
• Nyeri National Polytechnic
• Railway training institute
• Kipkabus Technical Training Institute
• Kiambu Institute of Science & Technology
• Sang’alo Institute of Science & Technology
• Thika Technical Training Institute
• Baringo Technical College
• Belgut Technical and Vocational College
• Bomet Technical and Vocational College
• Chuka Technical and Vocational College
• Emining Technical Training Institute
• Gatundu South Technical and Vocational College
• Jeremiah Nyagah Technical Institute
• Kajiado West Technical and Vocational College
• Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology
• Kieni Technical and Vocational College
• Kipsinende Technical Vocational College
• Kisii National Polytechnic
• Kitale National Polytechnic
• Kitutu Masaba Technical and Vocational College
• Koshin Technical Training Institute
• Lodwar Technical and Vocational College
• Masai Technical Training Institute
• Matili Technical Training Institute
• Meru National Polytechnic
• Michuki Technical Training Institute
• Mitunguu Technical Training Institute
• Mochongoi Technical and Vocational College
• Mukurweini Technical Training Institute
• Musakasa Technical Training Institute
• Navakholo Technical & Vocational College
• Nyandarua National Polytechnic
• Ol’lessos Technical Training Institute
• Ramogi Institute of Advance Technology
• Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology
• Samburu Technical and Vocational College
• Turbo Technical & Vocational College

Diploma in Quantity Survey – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What skills do I need to succeed as a quantity surveyor?

As a quantity surveyor, you should be familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of other estimation softwares will be an added advantage.  Some of the estimation and costing softwares include, Road Estimator, MX Roads, CCS Candy, Cost X, and many more.

You must also have excellent negotiation and persuasion skills, as the job requires you to negotiate prices while finalizing vendors and subcontractors(You must be able to analyze rates and persuade vendors to lower their rates).

In a nutshell, the following are the general skills you must possess:

• Strong mathematics knowledge
• Excellent detail-oriented skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Analytical thinking skills and a creative approach to problem solving
• Knowledge of engineering science and technology
• Building and construction knowledge
• Ability to use your initiative

How do I apply for a diploma in quantity survey?

If you want to pursue a diploma in quantity survey, you can easily select the course from a variety of institutions on the KUCCPS portal.

Full institutions are always listed on the KUCCPS portal (as soon as it is open for applications), so you can apply to any of your preferred institutions.

Wrapping up

So there you have it: every detail we have about the quantity survey diploma in Kenya, including what it entails, entry requirements, where to study, fee structure, and potential career opportunities.

The main goal of this article is to provide you with accurate information if you are considering enrolling in the course.

All the best!

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