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.
$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...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Drive accurate cost estimates for railway and concrete projects, collaborating with teams to ensure competitive pricing and effective risk management while managing the bid process from start to finis...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join us to lead the estimating process for heavy civil projects, focusing on railways and concrete structures. Collaborate with teams to deliver precise cost estimates, manage bids, and ensure project...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate project success by developing precise cost estimates for complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with teams to analyze costs, prepare reports, and guide projects from concept to delivery...
5 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform project outcomes by leading the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost assessments, and identifying value engineering opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive p...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at our company by leading the estimating team for innovative utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Drive precise budgeting and foster collaboration across teams to enha...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Civil Estimator (EV Infrastructure)
$80K - $95K *
Manage civil construction estimates for EV charging projects, ensuring accurate pricing and proposal development. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to identify risks and optimize project executi...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Advance your career by delivering critical cost estimates for federal programs. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance national security through effective budgeting and analysis of advanced commun...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform the future of government contracting by leading cost estimation efforts. Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance and accuracy in bids for civil and infrastructure projects, utili...
1 week ago
$82K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze bids, create cost plans, and optimize project budgets. Leverage your expertise in electrical estimating to enhance client value and foster strong relationships across di...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance financial management practices and support critical operations. Collaborate across levels to drive process improvements and deliver impactful financial insights in a fas...
1 week ago
$98K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise mechanical cost estimates, evaluating project risks, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful project execution while mentori...
1 week ago
$120K - $160K *
Shape the future of construction by leading an estimating team to deliver precise, competitive bids. Drive strategy, risk assessment, and continuous improvement to ensure project success and profitabl...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $109K *
Support the development of competitive proposals for utility-scale renewable energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative electrical solutions from opportunity identif...
3 days ago
Senior Cost Estimating Analyst
$76K - $145K *
Unlock your potential by leading cost estimating efforts for complex aerospace systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop accurate estimates and support both commercial and government...
3 weeks ago
Senior Cost Estimator, Enterprise Project Management
$148K - $160K *
Partner with us to drive effective cost management for global construction projects. Leverage your expertise to support project managers, optimize budgets, and mitigate risks, ensuring successful proj...
1 week ago
$82K - $131K *
Contribute to the development of precise project estimates, supporting all phases of proposal creation. Collaborate with senior estimators to ensure technical compliance and accuracy in complex indust...
3 days ago
Senior Manager, EPC Estimation
$120K - $145K *
Oversee global EPC proposal processes for Battery Energy Storage Systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions while driving continuous improveme...
1 week ago
Senior Estimator II - PV & BESS
$123K - $161K *
Elevate the estimating process for utility scale solar PV and BESS projects by developing comprehensive cost estimates, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing project management capa...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in accurate cost estimation for construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to analyze specifications and maintain high-quality stand...
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Estimating Manager - Remote Opportunity
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading a team of estimators to deliver accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects, ensuring adherence to best practices and mentoring staff to achieve project ob...
3 weeks ago
$96K *
Join a dynamic Finance team as a Financial Analyst, focusing on sales commissions and SaaS metrics. Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive insights that suppor...
1 week ago
$108K - $145K *
Drive your career forward by leading thorough project cost estimates. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop impactful strategies in a supportive environment, while honing your skills to tackle com...
3 weeks ago
Electrical Estimator - Federal Sector
$80K - $95K *
Provide detailed electrical cost estimates for federal construction projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage strong estimating skills and knowledge of electrical systems to suppor...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive excellence in estimating for telecommunications projects by leading the development of accurate, standardized cost libraries and estimates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alig...
2 weeks ago
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.