Estimators analyze project requirements, forecast costs, and help organizations make informed decisions about budgets and bids. On Ladders, explore vetted estimator opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior and leadership roles across construction, engineering, manufacturing, and other industries.
Estimator responsibilities vary by industry and project, but often include reviewing plans and specifications, calculating labor and material costs, assessing timelines and risks, gathering vendor quotes, and preparing detailed estimates. Estimators may also collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and procurement teams to refine budgets and support competitive proposals.
Search for opportunities such as senior estimator, chief estimator, construction estimator, cost estimator, electrical estimator, mechanical estimator, and estimating manager. Titles and requirements differ by employer, project type, and level of responsibility.
Employers often seek strong analytical skills, attention to detail, communication, and experience interpreting technical documents. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include industry-specific estimating experience, knowledge of cost databases and estimating software, and familiarity with project delivery methods, contracts, and safety requirements.
Use Ladders to discover vetted professional estimator jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, seniority, and responsibilities to find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.
$95K - $110K *
Shape the future of tunneling and underground construction by preparing detailed cost estimates and bid proposals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate pricing strategies and sup...
1 week ago
$75K - $128K *
Unlock your potential as an Electrical Construction Estimator, driving accurate project estimates for diverse construction projects. Collaborate with teams to influence design and manage complex data...
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$110K - $135K *
Elevate project accuracy through detailed cost estimation and analysis. Collaborate with vendors, perform quantitative assessments, and lead bidding processes while ensuring compliance with company st...
4 weeks ago
$77K - $95K *
Optimize HVAC project outcomes by estimating costs, reviewing plans, and preparing precise quotations. Collaborate with contractors and sales teams to ensure timely and accurate project execution whil...
2 days ago
$105K - $130K *
Reimagine the estimating process for commercial construction projects by managing detailed bids and takeoffs for hospitality renovations. Collaborate with leaders and teams to drive efficiency using P...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Lead the charge in developing precise estimates for heavy civil and mining projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project execution while identifying risks and opportunities for cost sa...
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$80K - $115K *
Analyze project specifications to deliver precise cost estimates, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across departments to optimize pricing strategies and monitor project profitability...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Support project success by developing accurate estimates and collaborating with teams to ensure data integrity and cost efficiency across all disciplines. Leverage your analytical skills to manage cha...
1 week ago
$80K - $90K *
Support the development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets, ensuring successful project delivery through collaboration and analysis. Engage with teams to enhance performance metrics and a...
1 week ago
$50K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences by accurately assessing vehicle damage and coordinating repairs, ensuring seamless communication throughout the process to m...
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$60K - $150K *
Engage with customers to deliver exceptional service while creating accurate estimates and coordinating repair needs. Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with insurance requirements and...
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$60K - $180K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences while accurately assessing vehicle damage and coordinating repairs. Play a vital role in ensuring customer satisfaction and...
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$60K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team as you assess vehicle damage, create estimates, and ensure exceptional customer experiences. Collaborate with team members to meet KPIs while guiding customers through the repair p...
4 days ago
$95K *
Help us drive success in our commercial HVAC and mechanical retrofit projects by providing expert estimating and solutions. Collaborate with a seasoned team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in projec...
1 week ago
$90K - $108K *
Unlock your potential as you create precise estimates and shape project strategies. Collaborate closely with teams, ensuring comprehensive analysis and innovative value engineering for successful proj...
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$70K - $110K *
Engage with a collaborative team to deliver accurate estimates and support project management in a dynamic construction environment. Foster relationships with stakeholders while maintaining cost datab...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $150K *
Optimize project outcomes by developing precise estimates for diverse civil works. Collaborate with teams, manage risks, and ensure compliance while mentoring junior staff to enhance overall project e...
1 week ago
$80K - $150K *
Lead the charge in developing accurate estimates for diverse construction projects, ensuring effective bid preparation, risk management, and collaboration across teams, driving successful deliverables...
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$80K - $95K *
Champion the future of industrial fabrication by delivering precise, competitive estimates for complex projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and accuracy while managin...
1 week ago
$60K - $115K *
Drive success by providing accurate project estimates and engineering solutions. Collaborate with sales and project teams to ensure quality and efficiency in all aspects of project execution, from ini...
1 week ago
$112K - $196K *
Empower project success by delivering precise cost estimates and analyses for federal construction initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate budgeting, risk management...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential as an Estimator, analyzing costs and preparing competitive estimates for construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency while driving project suc...
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$105K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise cost estimates for construction projects. Collaborate with leadership to analyze project requirements, manage supplier relationships, and ensure time...
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$115K - $130K *
Empower your career by leveraging your estimating expertise to analyze project specifications, ensuring cost-effective solutions and alignment with project goals while collaborating with teams to driv...
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$115K - $130K *
Analyze project specifications and drawings to prepare accurate estimates, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and quality goals. Collaborate with teams to assess risks and recommend solutions for...
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What does an estimator do?
An estimator evaluates project plans and requirements to forecast costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and other expenses. Estimators help organizations develop budgets, assess risks, and prepare bids or proposals.
What types of estimator jobs are available?
Common titles include senior estimator, construction estimator, cost estimator, electrical estimator, mechanical estimator, chief estimator, and estimating manager. Opportunities vary across construction, engineering, manufacturing, and other fields.
What qualifications are typically required for estimator jobs?
Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles value relevant estimating experience, strong numerical and analytical skills, the ability to interpret technical documents, and familiarity with estimating software or cost databases.
How can I find estimator jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse estimator listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, qualifications, location, and responsibilities.
Are estimator jobs limited to construction?
No. While construction has many estimator positions, estimators also work in fields such as engineering, manufacturing, and other industries where organizations need project cost forecasts.