Construction estimators assess the costs, resources, and timelines required to deliver building and infrastructure projects. They review plans, specifications, and site conditions to develop accurate bids and budgets that help contractors, developers, and project owners make informed decisions. On Ladders, explore vetted Construction Estimator opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Estimators analyze drawings and project requirements, quantify labor and materials, gather subcontractor and supplier pricing, and prepare detailed cost proposals. They may also identify project risks, evaluate alternative materials or methods, and collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and clients to refine estimates.
Employers commonly seek experience in construction estimating, strong blueprint-reading and analytical skills, and familiarity with estimating software and spreadsheet tools. Knowledge of construction methods, building codes, procurement, and contract documents can be valuable. Many senior roles favor a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
Construction estimators support general contractors, specialty trades, construction management firms, real estate developers, and engineering companies. Opportunities can span commercial, residential, industrial, and civil construction, with responsibilities shaped by project size, market, and specialization.
Browse Ladders for vetted Construction Estimator jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, project types, and compensation details to identify opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
Engineering Project Manager II
$110K - $130K *
Drive your career with a dynamic team managing engineering projects in power, industrial, and chemical sectors. Oversee project scope, budget, and schedule while leading a talented team to deliver exc...
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Project Accountant, Construction
$75K - $95K *
Transform financial oversight in construction projects by managing invoicing, billing, and compliance. Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate reporting and effective cost management while m...
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$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading business development and project management for electrical projects, overseeing all phases from negotiation to execution, ensuring quality and compliance while maximizin...
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Electrical Preconstruction Manager
$95K - $115K *
Drive the future of electrical preconstruction by delivering precise cost estimates for complex manufacturing and mission-critical projects. Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, architects, a...
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Electrical Construction Traveling Project Director NTS
$155K - $250K *
Champion excellence in project leadership, managing multi-million dollar portfolios while ensuring profitability, safety, and quality. Oversee and mentor teams across multiple states, driving success...
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$125K - $145K *
Analyze and coordinate complex construction projects, ensuring effective management of subcontractors and compliance with client standards while maintaining communication with all stakeholders for suc...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead civil engineering design for power generation and industrial projects. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate multidisciplinary efforts throughout project execution...
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$100K - $120K *
Advance financial leadership by overseeing accounting operations, enhancing reporting accuracy, and driving AI integration in finance. Collaborate with the CEO and lead a dedicated team to ensure robu...
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VP Senior Underwriter, Construction
$176K - $238K *
Drive portfolio growth and diversification by leveraging market relationships, evaluating business offers, and collaborating across teams to enhance profitability and client engagement in a dynamic en...
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VP Senior Underwriter, Construction
$176K - $238K *
Innovate strategies to drive profitable growth and diversify portfolios while managing client relationships and enhancing market presence through research and collaboration across teams...
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$120K - $180K *
Drive preconstruction excellence for commercial interior projects, managing estimating and planning from concept to handoff. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure alignment with goals, budget...
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Specifications Writer - EV Construction
$120K - $140K *
Elevate technical standards by crafting cohesive specifications for global EV infrastructure. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure high-performance materials meet design and regulatory requirement...
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Specifications Writer - EV Construction
$120K - $140K *
Contribute to the evolution of technical specifications for global EV infrastructure. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure cohesive standards, drive quality control, and integrate real-world insig...
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Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Transit
$88K - $105K *
Engage in comprehensive cost management for large-scale construction projects, overseeing budgeting, reporting, and vendor assessments. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial accuracy and strategi...
2 days ago
Preconstruction Operations Manager
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of multifamily development by leading preconstruction efforts, managing project estimates, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure projects tran...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the planning and scheduling of construction activities, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and maintain project timelines while supporting...
4 days ago
$45K - $140K *
Lead the successful integration of BIM processes across projects from preconstruction to turnover, managing coordination efforts, driving collaboration, and ensuring quality standards with a focus on...
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Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager - Government
$77K - $110K *
Elevate project execution by coordinating essential information and authorizations, ensuring timely and budget-compliant construction. Develop leadership skills while collaborating with teams to enhan...
1 week ago
Construction Project Manager (grocery store projects)
$80K - $96K *
Innovate with us to lead complex, multi-phase projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive project success while man...
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Construction Manager - Owner's Respresentative
$150K - $180K *
Drive the success of a major plant expansion by overseeing construction execution, ensuring safety, quality, and timely progress. Collaborate with contractors and project teams to represent owner inte...
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Senior Mechanical Estimator / Quantity Surveyor (Remote)
$140K - $155K *
Engineer complex mechanical cost estimates and manage commercial aspects of large-scale semiconductor projects. Collaborate with clients and vendors to ensure accurate evaluations and recommendations...
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Senior Mechanical Estimator / Quantity Surveyor (Remote)
$140K - $155K *
Transform the mechanical estimating landscape by delivering precise cost estimates and commercial management for complex semiconductor projects, ensuring optimal vendor selection and effective change...
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$160K - $180K *
Transform the future of multifamily affordable housing by leading capital investment strategies, managing project lifecycles, and ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering collaborat...
2 weeks ago
$118K - $210K *
Join us to lead preconstruction efforts, managing estimating processes and team development while driving technology initiatives for successful project execution in the electrical construction sector...
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Fabrication Project Manager, Structural Steel
$80K - $95K *
Drive the success of complex structural steel projects by overseeing all aspects of the fabrication process, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget, while effectively managing project teams...
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What does a construction estimator do?
A construction estimator calculates the expected costs of a project, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other expenses. Estimators review plans and specifications, gather pricing, assess risks, and prepare budgets or bids.
What qualifications are typically needed for construction estimator jobs?
Requirements vary by employer and project. Common qualifications include construction industry experience, the ability to read blueprints and specifications, cost-analysis skills, and familiarity with estimating software. Some positions prefer a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline.
Which industries hire construction estimators?
General contractors, specialty contractors, construction management firms, developers, and engineering companies hire estimators for commercial, residential, industrial, and civil projects.
How can I find Construction Estimator jobs paying $100,000 or more?
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