Construction is a complex, high-risk sector, and disputes can be costly. Our specialist cover helps protect quantity surveyors from claims linked to professional advice, cost estimates and contractual obligations.
Professional indemnity insurance for quantity surveyors
Everywhen provide tailored cover for quantity surveyors working across the construction sector, combining technical expertise with a personal approach you can trust.
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Specialist cover for construction professionals
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Contract review and claims support included
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Backed by one of the UK’s largest insurance groups
Why should quantity surveyors choose Everywhen for professional indemnity insurance?
Specialist expertise
Cover shaped around the risks quantity surveyors face.
Contract review
Support with appointments, warranties and agreements.
Dedicated claims team
Experienced support from notification to resolution.
Educational briefings
Updates on emerging risks and legislation.
We’re here…
For every appointment
Support with construction contracts and duty of care warranties.
For every estimate
Protection against claims linked to cost forecasting and advice.
For every change
Guidance on adapting procedures after a claim.
What does professional indemnity insurance for quantity surveyors cover?
Our cover protects quantity surveyors from claims of negligence, errors or omissions in their professional work – including legal costs and compensation.
Professional negligence cover
Protection against claims for errors in advice or services.
Legal defence costs
Cover for defending claims, even if they’re unfounded.
Contractual liability
Support with novation agreements and duty of care warranties.
Policy wording review
Tailored documents to suit your sector and risk profile.
How do claims for quantity surveyors work?
When you need to make a claim, we’ll guide you through the process and get things sorted quickly.
Find your policy documents and have your policy number ready
Call our claims team and explain what happened
Provide any requested documents or photos
We’ll handle the rest
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Professional indemnity insurance for quantity surveyors FAQs
Wondering about something? Don’t worry, Everywhen is here to help. We’ve put together some common questions about professional indemnity insurance for quantity surveyors to support you every step of the way.
Professional indemnity insurance protects quantity surveyors against claims of negligence, errors or omissions in the advice or services they provide. If a client believes your work has caused financial loss, this cover helps with legal defence costs and any compensation awarded. It’s a vital safeguard for professionals working in complex, high-value environments.
Quantity surveyors often work on large-scale projects where even small mistakes can lead to costly disputes. Whether it’s a miscalculation, a contractual issue or a misunderstanding over scope, professional indemnity insurance helps protect your reputation and finances. It also shows clients and regulators that you take risk management seriously.
This insurance usually covers claims related to professional negligence, breach of duty, misrepresentation, and errors in cost estimation or contract advice. It also includes legal defence costs, even if the claim is unfounded. Some policies offer extras like mediation support, policy wording reviews and help with novation agreements.
If you're a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), you’re required to have professional indemnity insurance that meets their minimum standards. Even if you're not regulated by RICS, having this cover is strongly recommended because it protects your business and gives clients confidence in your professionalism.
Start by looking at the nature of your work, the size of your projects and any contractual obligations you have. Choose a policy that offers tailored wording for construction professionals and includes support with claims and contract reviews. At Everywhen, we make it easy to find cover that fits, with expert advice and a team that understands your everyday.