What does a Cost Estimator earn?
Cost Estimators typically make an average annual salary of around $79,520 in the U.S. They work for a variety of customers, from small local businesses to large global corporations, providing accurate estimates for expenses and cost. Cost Estimators can specialise in different areas such as costing process, cost forecasting, and project management.
How to earn more as a Cost Estimator
"To become a cost estimator, you will need a degree in estimation, project management, or cost accounting. Alternatively, you can go through a degree apprenticeship. To earn more as a cost estimator, you can specialise in a specific field such as construction cost estimating, or move into higher level positions like project manager. If you would like more freedom and autonomy, you can also become self-employed or establish your own cost estimating business."
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Senior Structural Steel Estimator: Takeoffs & Bids Lead in
Downtown Boulder Partnership is seeking a Project Estimator in San Antonio, TX, to estimate costs for structural steel construction projects. Responsibilities include performing takeoffs, managing vendor quotes, and ensuring accurate project cost estimations.
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Project Estimator (Structural Steel) at Novax Recruitment Group San Antonio, TX in
Job Title: Project Estimator (Structural Steel)
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year
Location: San Antonio, TX
Industry: Structural Steel Fabrication and Erection
Core Function:
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Experienced Estimator/Project Manager in Taylorville
Experienced Estimator/Project Manager - In Person Only
Selvaggio Steel is looking to hire an Experienced Estimator/Project Manager to work in the Springfield office. No option for remote work.
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Onsite Estimator & Project Manager (AutoCAD/Revit) in Taylorville
Selvaggio Steel, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Estimator/Project Manager to work in the Springfield office.
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Residential Painting Estimator & Client Consultant in Stamford
Fresh Coat Painters in Stamford, CT is seeking a Residential Painting Project Consultant / Estimator to survey projects, estimate labor and materials, and present proposals in-person to clients. The role requires keen attention to detail to ensure estimates meet client expectations.
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Residential Painting Project Consultant / Estimator in Stamford
Job Title: Residential Painting Project Consultant / Estimator
Reports To: Owner
Location: Stamford-Greenwich, CT
Job Summary:
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Field & Estimating Intern — Learn Construction Costs in New Orleans
DBI Construction Consultants LLC is seeking a Construction Consultant Intern in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to learn about damage assessment projects including site visits, data collection, and cost estimation.
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Solutions Estimator: Large-Scale Security Projects in Medina
Convergint is seeking a Solutions Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for medium to large-scale RFPs, greenfield projects, and complex scopes. You will bridge the gap between entry-level estimators and senior professionals by owning opportunities with programmatic customers.
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Solutions Estimator - Medina, OH in Medina
OH Medina Office
Medina Office
1093 Medina Rd.
Suite 800
Medina, OH 44256, USA
OH Medina Office
Medina Office
1093 Medina Rd.
Suite 800
Medina, OH 44256, USA
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