Building surveyors offer professional advice on factors affecting existing buildings such as building defects, alterations, renovations and extensions, as well as on the design and construction of new buildings.
They work mostly on site to monitor the performance of structures and devise ways to improve them or correct flaws in their design.
Surveyors work alongside construction workers, safety officers and other professionals to ensure projects meet the relevant safety, sustainability and preservation standards
The Job Scope
Advising clients about building/property issues, which can include technical, financial, legal, environmental/sustainability, building regulation and restoration matters
Monitoring the deterioration or defects of a property and offering advice on repair work
Assessing the impact of unexpected damage on insurance, for example after a fire or flood
Managing projects and/or multidisciplinary teams. Also undertaking building surveys.
Skills Required
Organizational skills and an eye for detail
Willingness to work in extreme conditions
Teamworking skills
Excellent project and time management skills
IT skills, including knowledge of industry-specific software
Relationship-building skills
Strong understanding of good customer service
Interest in and firm knowledge of the built environment
Academic Requirement
Degree in Building Surveying
A-Level
Minimum of 3Cs for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Diploma
Foundation or Diploma in any related field
Degree in Civil Engineering
A-Level
Minimum of 3Cs for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Diploma
Foundation or Diploma in any related field
Diploma in Engineering
SPM / O-Level
3 credits including Mathematics and a Science subject
Certificate
Certificate in relevant field
Salary Range
FRESH GRADUATE
An entry level building surveyor with 1-3 years of experience earns an average salary of RM5,000
SENIOR LEVEL
A senior level building surveyor with 8+ years of experience earns an average salary of RM8,800
Royal Institute of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM)
Building surveyors can increase their career enhancement opportunity and subsequently salary if they are a certified member of the RISM.
