{"id":398,"date":"2023-08-22T09:33:36","date_gmt":"2023-08-22T07:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobxion-wp.138-199-226-11.plesk.page\/kennisbank\/zzper-bouw-zonder-ervaring\/"},"modified":"2026-10-09T13:53:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T11:53:23","slug":"zzper-bouw-zonder-ervaring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobxion-wp.138-199-226-11.plesk.page\/en\/kennisbank\/zzper-bouw-zonder-ervaring\/","title":{"rendered":"Freelancing (ZZP) in construction without experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Can you start in construction as a freelancer (ZZP) if you&#x27;ve got no experience?<\/h2>\n<p>To get straight to the point, the short answer is no. ZZP stands for self-employed without staff. Someone with no experience can't work independently, which makes it really hard to do your job well as a freelancer (ZZP) without experience. So as a freelancer you'll need to build up experience so you can work independently.<\/p>\n<h2>And freelancing (ZZP) in construction without a diploma?<\/h2>\n<p>That's easier, because plenty of tradespeople in construction started without a diploma and learned the trade by doing it. You usually do this at a training company, where as an apprentice you learn the tricks of the trade from an experienced tradesperson. So you don't necessarily need a diploma to start as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction.<\/p>\n<h2>Freelancer (ZZP) with no experience who wants to work in construction<\/h2>\n<p>You'd love to be your own boss and take on your own jobs. Well, there are ways to start as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction without experience. We'll give you 2 options that can help.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Get some experience<\/h2>\n<p>This might not be what you want to hear, but see it as an investment in your freelance career. Let's say you choose to work for a construction company for 1 year to gain experience. You can learn lots of different things in a year, especially at an all-round construction company. After that, starting out as a freelancer will be easier and you'll immediately have a good reference from the company you worked for. And <a href=\"\/en\/werkzoekend\/zonder-ervaring\/\">you can get started in construction without experience<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There are different ways to gain experience. It can be through a job at a construction company, but it usually starts with odd jobs around your own home or for people you know. You could also pop by a construction company and ask if you can shadow them as a kind of work placement on Saturdays or in the evenings.<\/p>\n<p>Say you're 29: after a year of experience you're 30. You could then work as a freelancer for at least another 35 years. Investing in experience is a smart move. <\/p>\n<h2>2. Start as a freelance (ZZP) site cleaner<\/h2>\n<p>There are lots of different jobs for freelancers (ZZP) in construction, but if you want to start as a site cleaner, you can do that without experience. You keep the construction site clean and tidy. It might not be your dream job, but see this as an investment too. After a while you'll get to do other small jobs, you'll meet other tradespeople and before you know it you'll move into another role. Starting as a freelance site cleaner is a good way to begin as a self-employed entrepreneur.<\/p>\n<h2>Upgrade yourself as a freelancer (ZZP) with no construction experience<\/h2>\n<p>You're a freelancer (ZZP), or you want to start as one in construction without experience. You don't have a diploma either, but you're determined to make it in construction. Then make yourself more attractive for a construction company to take on. The following things are easy to arrange and will help you market yourself better.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>KVK: maybe stating the obvious, but you need to be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kvk.nl\/starten\/zzper-worden-7-belangrijke-stappen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">registered with the KVK<\/a>, so you can keep your admin in order.<\/li>\n<li>Driving licence: essential for a freelancer, and you might get to use a van from the client.<\/li>\n<li>Own transport: having your own car or van can be a plus.<\/li>\n<li>Own tools: if you've got your own kit, that saves the client hassle.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vca.nl\/diplomas-certificaten\/vol-vca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VCA (VOL)<\/a>: this safety certificate is always asked for.<\/li>\n<li>Teach yourself skills: on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TheHonestCarpenter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a> there are loads of DIY tips that'll make you handier<\/li>\n<li>Look for free training: google free courses offered by staffing agencies, for example.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What does a freelancer (ZZP) earn in construction?<\/h2>\n<p>An important question for tradespeople who want to work as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction. What you earn depends heavily on your experience. Generally, a freelancer's hourly rate in construction is between \u20ac30 and \u20ac50 gross. A freelancer working in construction without experience will be at the lower end of that range.<\/p>\n<p>That hourly rate looks pretty good at first glance, but bear in mind that as a freelancer you have to cover your own costs, like your insurance, and that tax comes off as well.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for starting as a freelancer (ZZP)<\/h2>\n<p>A few more tips if you want to start as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose projects that suit you.<\/li>\n<li>Build a network; it'll help you find new jobs and get recommendations.<\/li>\n<li>Invest in yourself by doing courses, training and practical programmes. That'll push your hourly rate up.<\/li>\n<li>Start with a financial buffer, so you've got time to grow and can keep going when things are a bit quieter.<\/li>\n<li>Start with small projects to gain experience and slowly build up your portfolio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Rules around freelancing (ZZP)<\/h2>\n<p>The rules around freelancing (ZZP) have changed, which makes it harder to start out as a freelancer. We don't currently have any projects for freelancers either. If you want to work in construction, there are other <a href=\"\/en\/werkzoekend\/dienstverbanden\/\">types of employment<\/a> available.<\/p>\n<h2>Freelancer (ZZP) in construction without experience, but now you're going to make it!<\/h2>\n<p>Hopefully this blog has inspired you to start as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction, even if you don't have any experience yet. There's lots of work in the construction sector, so plenty of opportunities for tradespeople who aren't afraid of hard work.<\/p>\n<h2>touch<\/h2>\n<p>Got a question? Get in <a href=\"\/en\/contact\/\">touch<\/a> with us. We're happy to help!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready for more freedom and keen to be your own boss? Then working as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction might be a good option for you. 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