Freelance Estimator

EA Associates; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based main contractor is looking for an experienced freelance groundworks estimator. This role involves supporting tenders through quantity take-offs specifically for earthworks, drainage, and foundations. Candidates must have a strong background in groundworks and proven take-off experience, along with expertise in EarthWorks software. The role is flexible with repeat opportunities for the right person and requires the ability to work independently to strict deadlines.

Benefits

Flexible freelance workload

Repeat opportunities for the right candidate

Qualifications

• Strong groundworks / civils background is required.
• Proven experience with take-offs in earthworks, drainage, and foundations.
• Expertise in EarthWorks software is essential.
• Ability to work independently and meet fixed deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support tenders with quantity take-offs.
• Focus solely on measurement tasks without pricing or site involvement.

Skills

Strong groundworks / civils background

Proven take-off experience (earthworks, drainage, foundations)

EarthWorks software

Job description

UK-based main contractor seeking an experienced freelance groundworks estimator to support tenders with quantity take-offs only.

Scope includes earthworks, drainage and foundations. The role is strictly measurement-focused – no pricing, QS duties, site involvement or commercial management.

You'll be provided with full surveys and drawings, clear deadlines and a single technical point of contact.

Requirements

• Strong groundworks / civils background
• Proven take‑off experience (earthworks, drainage, foundations)
• EarthWorks software essential
• Able to work independently to fixed deadlines

Flexible freelance workload with repeat opportunities for the right person.