Qualified architects are employed by both the private and the public sector. Surveying Surveyors are employed by private companies, government and public-sector agencies. Private companies include professional practices, development companies, property owners and contractors. Building surveyors are concerned with the life-cycle management of existing real estate, particularly maintenance management, upgrading and redevelopment of existing buildings. General practice surveyors are concerned with the management, development and valuation of land and real estate along with the financial, economic and managerial aspects of real estate investment.
Quantity surveyors are concerned with the total cost of construction.
They are involved in cost planning, tendering and ensuring the cost control of construction projects to ensure value for money. All three types of surveyors have opportunities to develop into the broader area of project management.