Surveyor Test

When looking to fill a surveyor position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A surveyor skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a surveyor skills test?

    When hiring a surveyor, the possession of certain key skills indicates strong ability and high suitability for the role.

    The surveyor skills test gives recruiters an insight into these skills - such as numerical and engineering ability, attention to detail, and problem-solving - through multiple-choice questions tailored to the responsibilities of the position.

    The questions on the test must be completed within a time limit, meaning the test assesses both accuracy and speed of working.

    The test is best used early in the hiring process, to translate large applicant pools into a shortlist of the top talent.

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  1. What is a surveyor skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the surveyor skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures surveyor skills
  4. Surveyor Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the surveyor skills test for pre-screening?

    Embedding the surveyor skills test into your recruitment process will help to increase both the efficiency and effectiveness of your hiring decisions.

    The data provided by the test enables faster, objective choices to be made around which individuals progress to the interview stage. The tailored nature of the questions makes sure that candidates are evaluated on true indicators of potential for a surveyor role, resulting in hires that have all the skills and competencies needed to be successful.

    Numerical reasoning questions evaluate the data analysis and interpretation skills required, alongside the ability to perform appropriate calculations.

    Error checking questions give insight into attention to detail, whilst problem-solving and logical reasoning questions assess the ability to think practically and overcome issues.

    Communication, both written and oral, are also important to a surveyor, so this is evaluated through the inclusion of communication skills and verbal reasoning questions.

    By setting your prospective employees the surveyor skills test, you'll be confident that your chosen candidate has the high level of ability required to excel.

    The test will also be beneficial when hiring for the following specialisms and roles:

    • Quantity surveyor
    • Commercial surveyor
    • Valuation surveyor
    • Land surveyor
    • Environmental surveyor
    • Planning and development surveyor

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How our test measures surveyor skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a surveyor were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our surveyor test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Surveyor Test FAQs

What should I look for when hiring a surveyor?

Surveyors require strong mathematical and engineering skills, a practical mindset, and focused attention to ensure their work is carried out to a high standard. Communication skills are also essential for conversing with partners, clients, and colleagues.

What other tests can be used to assess surveyor skills?

You may also find it beneficial to incorporate software tests such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, so you know that your candidates possess a good level of competency with these commonly used programs.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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