Andrew is the Managing Director at GRC Quantity Surveyors. He has extensive propert construction industry knowledge and specialist expertise in risk management, cost control, dispute resolution, contract advisory and value management services. He is the youngest person appointed to the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) National Board and was presented the Future Leader of the Year Award in the AIQS Infinite Value Awards 2013. Andrew is a member of national and international BIM committees and has experience as a Green Star accredited professional.

The property and construction industry is embracing BIM technology and developing new methodologies, processes, standards and guidelines and will continue to do this with or without involvement from the Quantity Surveying profession.

You may view this change pessimistically or see it as an opportunity to embrace the paradigm shift occurring and re-establish the profession as a key role that provides value throughout the project lifecycle. We currently have an unprecedented opportunity to strengthen our role by leveraging off the digital model/BIM, and using the plethora of tools (software platforms) available, to not only enhance our traditional service delivery but to illustrate and prove the true value of a quantity surveyor on any project. Together, with a united voice, we can make a difference.

This presentation will hopefully not only encourage all QSs to become more involved in leveraging off the latest technology available but will also touch on some of the challenges currently faced by QSs as well as outline some of opportunities on how the digital model can be utilised throughout the project lifecycle.