Recognised by government, industry, and international partners.
Gateway to CPD, career growth, and industry influence.
Advocacy protects and advances your professional interests.
Driving innovation with digital learning, innovation and transformation.
Our Purpose
To advance the quantity surveying profession.
Our Vision:
Leadership in infrastructure development economics.
Our Mission:
Inspiring economic development in infrastructure projects through quantity surveying.
Value Proposition to Paying Members
CPD & Professional Development
Technical Resources
Professional Visibility
Industry Advocacy & Influence
Networking & Committees
Access to acclaimed ASAQS EduTech CPD programmes offering more than 80 hours of annual content for only R1 040 (excl. VAT) (2025 price).
Includes access to recorded webinars via CPD Rewind and the paid CPD Catch-Up platform, enabling members to earn hours on their own schedule.
Exclusive access to a members-only resource hub featuring key industry tools such as the Standard System of Measuring Building Work, Model Bills, Preliminaries, Practice Notes, and BER Building Cost Index data, Including discounted access to partner publications and technical references.
Practical tools and templates to strengthen your practice, including templates, online calculators, model contracts, and guidance notes that make day-to-day QS work easier, faster, and more consistent.
Enhanced professional visibility through the ASAQS ‘Find a QS’ Directory - a trusted public platform connecting clients, developers, and collaborators with qualified Quantity Surveyors and accredited practices.
ASAQS safeguards your profession through active representation and advocacy across government, education, and industry. As a recognised voice on leading bodies such as SACQSP, CIDB, CBE, JBCC, AAQS, and PAQS, ASAQS drives the recognition and inclusion of Quantity Surveyors in national policy, public-sector procurement, and infrastructure planning. Our ongoing engagement ensures that QS expertise remains central to fair fees, sustainable development, and informed decision-making within the built environment.
Opportunities to participate in regional chapters, serve on ASAQS committees and the Board, and connect directly with industry leaders and peers through engaging networking events, student chapters, and professional gatherings.
These platforms strengthen relationships, create collaboration opportunities, and foster a vibrant, connected QS community across all career stages.
Career Growth & Opportunities
Credibility & Professional Standing
International Access & Reciprocity
Member Belonging & Professional Identity
Access to the ASAQS Career Centre, a dedicated platform connecting employers with qualified Quantity Surveyors and students seeking placements, internships, or career advancement opportunities. Members benefit from exclusive job postings, career resources, and visibility to top employers within the built environment sector.
Association with a highly respected organisation reinforces credibility and builds trust with clients, employers, and collaborators.
Membership reciprocity through MOUs with AIQS, NZIQS, CIQS, and other international partners, providing exposure to global QS practices, market trends, and opportunities for cross-border collaboration.
Belong to the voice of your profession. ASAQS membership connects you to a community of respected professionals who share the same ideals and who shape, uphold, and advance the Quantity Surveying profession in South Africa.
Value Proposition to Student Members (Non-paying category)
Educational Support
University Engagement
Early Career Exposure
Professional Onboarding
Digital & Industry Insight Access
Access to structured mentorship, exam preparation support (PSM and APC), bursaries, and awards recognising academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to the profession.
Involvement in ASAQS Student Chapters at tertiary institutions (currently at NMU, WSU, TUT and Wits with UJ and others upcoming), plus exposure through ASAQS awards and competitions.
Exposure to real-world practice through ASAQS-hosted site visits, learning events, and mentorship interactions with experienced professionals, thereby helping young Quantity Surveyors bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice.
Clear guidance on the career pathway from student to registered candidate, including APC onboarding and interview preparation support and membership post-graduation, to ensure a smooth transition into professional practice.
Creating opportunities for young and aspiring Quantity Surveyors to gain insight into professional practice through ASAQS communication platforms, publications, and industry networks — enabling them to understand real-world applications of Quantity Surveying and prepare for professional registration.
