Trainee Surveyor – Edinburgh

Richardson and Starling; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building preservation contractor in Edinburgh seeks a Trainee Surveyor eager to learn and grow within the industry. Candidates with previous construction experience and a positive attitude are preferred. Full training will be provided, along with the opportunity to gain professional qualifications. This full-time position offers various benefits including a company van and private health care.

Benefits

Company Van

Discretionary Bonus

Laptop & Mobile Phone

Company Pension Scheme

Private Health Care

Full training programme

Qualifications

• Previous construction experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and take instruction.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced surveyors during property inspections.
• Support in compiling reports and quotations.
• Learn how to assess building defects.

Skills

Construction experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Richardson & Starling, – Edinburgh

Due to the continued growth of the preservation industry and a shortage of qualified surveyors, we are now welcoming applications for trainee roles from those with related experience. If you’ve worked in property management, home improvement, or have come through a trade or construction-related apprenticeship, we’d like to hear from you. We’re looking for individuals with a can do attitude, a willingness to learn, and an interest in buildings. Full training and a structured pathway to become a qualified Preservation Surveyor will be provided. Call us for an informal chat about how we could work together.

In business for 90 years Richardson & Starling are the largest building preservation contractor in Scotland and one of the largest in the UK. We offer a comprehensive range of property preservation and repair services to property owners, building professionals, local businesses and local authorities.

Due to continuing contract wins we are looking to expand our surveying capacity in Edinburgh with the addition of a Trainee Surveyor.

Full Time/Permanent – Monday to Thursday 08:00am to 17:00pm & Friday, 08:00am to 16:00pm.

Salary/Hourly Rate: Competitive

Job Description

• Shadow and assist experienced surveyors during property inspections across domestic, commercial, and social housing projects
• Support in gathering information to help compile reports and quotations
• Learn how to assess building defects and recommend appropriate preservation solutions
• Receive training in company systems, products, and customer service standards
• Build confidence in speaking with clients and colleagues, with support from your mentor
• Progressively take on more responsibility as your knowledge and experience grows

Knowledge, Experience & Requirements

• Previous construction experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn, take instruction and learn on the job.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good level of IT knowledge and willingness to become familiar with Word, Excel, and our in-house drawing package.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Being able to work as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

• Company Van
• Discretionary Bonus
• Laptop & Mobile Phone
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Health Care
• Full training programme

Assistance In Gaining Industry Recognised Professional Qualifications

Long term career and progression opportunities for the right candidate.

If you would like an opportunity to discuss this role further, please email your CV to [e-mail]