How to win: A66 - Works Examiner

About this contract

1. Purpose of the Role The Work Examiner is responsible for inspecting, reviewing and recording the condition, quality and compliance of works within their allocated area. The role supports safe delivery, identifies defects or non-conformances, and provides clear information to supervisors, engineers and project teams to support timely decision-making. 2. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned examinations, inspections and site checks in line with the agreed work bank, programme and applicable standards. • Review completed or ongoing works to confirm they meet drawings, specifications, method statements, inspection and test plans, and client requirements. • Identify, record and communicate defects, safety concerns, incomplete works or areas requiring further investigation. • Produce accurate inspection records, reports, photographs and supporting evidence within agreed timescales. • Escalate urgent issues that may affect safety, quality, programme or asset integrity. • Liaise with site teams, supervisors, engineers, planners and subcontractors to coordinate access, clarify findings and support close-out of actions. • Maintain a safe system of work and comply with site ru

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• ✓Answer against the marking scheme, not the question text — BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED scores each response, so map your evidence to the published criteria and weightings.
• ✓At £450,000, expect quality and social value to carry a large share of the score — price alone rarely wins works work.
• ✓Show recent, comparable delivery: name similar works contracts you've delivered for public bodies, with measurable outcomes.
• ✓Start early: it closes 7 August 2026 and a strong bid takes iteration.

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