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🧮 Quantity Surveyor in USA
US employers often pay premium rates and expect overlap with US business hours.
$29–$85 / hour≈ $3,770–$11,050 / monthUS
Prepare bills of quantities, measure completed work, assess valuations and support cost control and commercial administration. Overlap with US time zones and a clear contractor or employee status are usually the first points to settle. This is usually a project-based assignment or short-term contract with a defined scope and deliverable.
Rates by city
| City | Hourly (USD) | Monthly (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | $35–$105 | $4,550–$13,650 |
| Houston | $30–$90 | $3,900–$11,700 |
| Chicago | $29–$85 | $3,770–$11,050 |
| Los Angeles | $32–$95 | $4,160–$12,350 |
| Dallas | $29–$85 | $3,770–$11,050 |
| San Francisco | $36–$110 | $4,680–$14,300 |
| Atlanta | $27–$80 | $3,510–$10,400 |
| Seattle | $33–$100 | $4,290–$13,000 |
| Boston | $33–$100 | $4,290–$13,000 |
| Miami | $29–$85 | $3,770–$11,050 |
| Austin | $30–$90 | $3,900–$11,700 |
| San Jose | $36–$110 | $4,680–$14,300 |
| Denver | $30–$90 | $3,900–$11,700 |
| Washington DC | $33–$100 | $4,290–$13,000 |
Key responsibilities
- Assess interim valuations and payment applications
- Support variation pricing and final accounts
- Support cost control and commercial reporting
- Prepare bills of quantities and cost plans
Skills employers look for
- Contract knowledge
- Commercial awareness
- Accurate record keeping
- Measurement standards
Tools and standards
Typical deliverables
- Final account statement
- Bills of quantities
- Monthly valuation
How success is measured
- Cost variance control
- Measurement accuracy
- Payment turnaround
Common challenges
- Frequent variations
- Incomplete design information
Hiring tip
Ask for a sample bill or valuation and how they checked it for errors.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Quantity Surveyor cost in USA?
Indicative Quantity Surveyor rates for USA are about $29–$85 per hour, or $3,770–$11,050 per month for regular work.
What should I know before hiring in USA?
Overlap with US time zones and a clear contractor or employee status are usually the first points to settle.
Which cities in USA do you cover?
New York City, Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, Atlanta, Seattle, Boston, Miami, Austin, San Jose, Denver, Washington DC.
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