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Freelance Estimator - Substation\nLocation: Birmingham (UK-wide projects)\nRate: £600 per day\nSector: Power / Substations / Civils\n\nWe are seeking a highly skilled Freelance Estimator to support upcoming substation projects across the UK, with a focus on the Midlands region (Birmingham base). This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging and technically complex schemes, providing first-principles estimating expertise.\n\nThe Role:\n\nAs an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for substation and associated civils works. You will work closely with project and commercial teams to deliver robust and competitive tenders.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDevelop cost estimates from first principles for substation and civils projects.\nReview tender documents, drawings, and specifications.\nPrepare bills of quantities, rate build-ups, and risk assessments.\nLiaise with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotations.\nSupport bid submissions and presentations to senior stakeholders.\nProvide input on value engineering and commercial strategies.Requirements:\n\nProven track record as an Estimator in power, substations, or heavy civils.\nStrong ability to produce detailed estimates from first principles.\nGood knowledge of UK construction methods, rates, and supply chain.\nAbility to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines.\nExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.What We Offer:\n\n£600 per day (freelance).\nProjects across the UK, with a Midlands focus (Birmingham).\nOpportunity to work on technically challenging and high-value infrastructure projects.\nFlexible freelance contract with ongoing pipeline of work.If you are a proactive and detail-driven Estimator with strong first-principles experience in substations or related civils, please contact John Baker or Kat Oxlade\n\n--- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of , gender, , belief, , sexuality or .

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