There are different routes into this role:

A Modern Apprenticeship within a surveying or construction firm

A Higher National Certificate (SCQF level 7), a Higher National Diploma (SCQF level 8) or a degree (SCQF level 9/10) in construction, surveying or civil engineering. Courses should be accredited by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). If the degree is not RICS-accredited you can do an accredited postgraduate qualification (SCQF level 11).

You could enter directly a job with some subjects at Standard Grade, National 5 (SCQF level 5) and Highers (SCQF level 6) and be trained by your employer.

Entry requirements for a Modern Apprenticeship vary but employers may ask for qualifications at SCQF levels 4 to 6. 

You can enter Higher National Certificate (SCQF level 7) or Higher National Diploma courses (SCQF level 8) with National 4/5 qualifications and one to two Highers or equivalent qualifications. 

To enter a degree (SCQF level 9/10) usually requires National 5 qualifications and a minimum of four Highers or a relevant HNC/HND.

Staff on construction sites must hold a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent.You will need to pass a health and safety test to qualify for the CSCS scheme.

You will require a driving licence for most jobs.