Freelance Tender Planner – AC (Major EPC Project | HVDC Substation Focus)
Location: Germany (Hybrid Berlin 3 days per week, 2 days remote)
Start Date: Mid-October 2025
Contract Length: 12–15 months
Capacity: 50% for first 4 weeks, ramping up thereafter to 38 hours per week.
Language: German-speaking strongly preferred
Overview:
We are supporting a leading EPC contractor in their search for an experienced Freelance Tender Planner (AC) to join a major upcoming substation project in Germany. This role will be key to the tender planning phase of a long-term infrastructure project, requiring prior experience in similar large-scale EPC environments, if possible HVDC preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned freelance planner looking to join a high-profile HVDC project with a clear roadmap and strong team already in place.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the planning and scheduling of the AC tender phase within the EPC project framework
Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment on project timelines
Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using industry-standard tools
Identify risks and opportunities, providing input into mitigation strategies
Provide accurate planning input for tender submissions and client presentations
Support project controls and reporting requirements throughout the initial planning phase
Requirements:
Proven experience working on major EPC projects, ideally within the HVDC substation or broader energy/infrastructure sectors
Strong knowledge of tender planning processes, tools, and methodologies
Fluent in German (strongly preferred due to client location and communications)
Available to start mid-October at 50% capacity, ramping up thereafter
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