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Surveyors

 

The market for as-built and existing conditions building data fluctuates with the trend for remodel projects within the overall construction market as well as with the broader economic cycle. Within this uncertain environment, survey companies face intense competitive pressures for pricing as well as compressed client timelines.

Balancing resources, optimizing the cost structure and minimizing risk are imperatives for success in this market. A rational approach to meeting this challenge would be to first define the tasks which are critical and core to the firm’s business. The field survey tasks would fall under this category and are best performed in-house.

The balance are those tasks which are relatively objective and peripheral to the firm’s core business of survey. Production of 2D CAD drawings or 3D models (BIM) and preparation of reports based on field survey data can be seen as a time consuming but largely standardized activity.

Drawing and model production and preparation of reports account for a very significant share of costs for a typical survey firm. It is entirely feasible to take the assistance of an external specialist ( such as Qualitas AE ) in accomplishing these tasks, without compromising on control over quality. Using outsourced services can impact margins very positively. The risks associated with staffing can also be passed on to the external partner, enabling the survey firm to bid for large projects without increasing payroll or fixed overheads. The benefits in terms of enhanced profitability and risk mitigation can be very significant.

Implementation of BIM is another reason why survey firms choose to use our services. Many firms, especially those who are still in the process of transitioning from CAD, find it convenient to work with our highly capable BIM team without having to incur the heavy costs associated with implementing BIM.

Qualitas AE has successfully completed thousands of as-built and existing conditions projects, working in 2D as well as 3D, based on both hand-sketched field measurements and laser scanned point cloud data. Our strong background in Architecture and Engineering domains enable us to accurately interpret survey data and raise RFIs to sort out issues related to ambiguous information in the input data.

Our robust processes have been developed and optimized over two and a half decades and provide powerful tools to enable seamless collaborative working.

 

Survey firms can significantly strengthen their competitive position and profitability by working with us.

  • Risk management & sustainable growth

    Stay lean but flexible. Bid for larger projects without increasing headcount or fixed overheads. Mitigate risks and keep ahead of market uncertainties.

  • Focus on survey and client delight

    Use your time for accurate field surveys and client management, while we perform back-room documentation and modeling tasks.

  • Innovation

    Benefit from the power of BIM tools, even if you have not yet transitioned from CAD. Fulfill client requirements for high quality models.

  • Quick turn-around

    Use our large and competent team to quickly complete and deliver projects of almost any size. Delight your clients with promising and delivering on timelines your competitors cannot match.

  • High profitability

    Our back-office facilities are strategically located and deliver the best cost-to-service ratio in the industry. Drawing and model production account for a significant portion of your costs - partner us to enjoy significant cost-savings and increased margins.