Explore Estimator Jobs

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.

What Estimators Do

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.

Common Estimator Roles

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Find High-Paying Estimator Jobs

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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$230K - $300K *

Optimize financial strategy by leading FP&A cycles, diagnosing cross-functional challenges, and driving impactful decisions that enhance operational efficiency and scalability across the organization...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Drive statistical excellence in oncology clinical trials, ensuring accuracy and quality of deliverables while collaborating with diverse teams to support impactful research across various health secto...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive sales excellence by leading full-cycle efforts, engaging stakeholders, and closing enterprise deals while fostering collaboration and continuously improving strategies in a dynamic environment...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $110K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational oversight to enhance decision-making processes within the Veterans Health Administration's EHRM, ensuring effective collaboration and communication across...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $126K *

Lead and optimize subcontract management by negotiating agreements, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful federal contracting outcomes while mentoring junior sta...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $96K *

Manage the RFP process to acquire new business and retain clients, coordinating across teams to produce compelling proposals. Success requires strong organization, communication, and collaboration ski...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer relationships by managing a portfolio of 300 accounts, driving growth and adoption, and serving as a trusted partner through proactive engagement and strategic insights to enhance c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $114K *

Help us engage and develop relationships with Residential Generator Dealers to drive sales in your territory, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational success and dealer s...

Kohler, WIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of seamless data exchange by analyzing EDI requirements, developing maps, and supporting integrations. Collaborate with partners to ensure efficient transactions and enhance elect...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Play a key role in financial leadership, guiding strategic priorities and ensuring compliance within a dynamic business unit. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver insightful analysis and foster o...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $125K *

Analyze health care data to drive insights and support business decisions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance product quality and trends. Utilize strong analytical skills in a fast-paced envir...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $156K *

Optimize resource allocation in a dynamic creative studio, ensuring efficient talent management and fostering strong relationships with artists and project leads. Drive proactive planning and problem...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $214K *

Engage with enterprise clients to drive Agentic AI adoption, leveraging your expertise in process intelligence to deliver bespoke B2B solutions that enhance operational efficiency and foster lasting r...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $165K *

Empower Fraud Operations by leading AI-driven automation initiatives, enhancing investigative workflows, and delivering actionable insights to optimize fraud detection and prevention efforts across th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $270K *

Lead a dynamic team of analysts and data scientists to optimize marketing strategies, driving impactful insights and experimentation across channels to enhance growth and performance metrics for the o...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of reinforcing steel estimating by providing expert analysis, developing accurate cost estimates, and mentoring a growing team. Collaborate with project management to ensure successfu...

Bloomsburg, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis efforts, driving insights and process improvements to enhance business performance as we support a rapidly growing, innovative dental technology compa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading probabilistic risk assessments for human spaceflight programs. Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate crew risks and support FAA licensing, ensuring safety and r...

Centennial, CORemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join us to drive impactful data analysis that enhances product performance and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uncover insights, develop KPIs, and translate compl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by designing innovative fluid and power systems. As a Process Engineer, you'll drive the development and optimization of cutting-edge technologies in a f...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $171K *

Unlock potential by driving data-driven insights for Customer Success. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer journeys, optimize growth strategies, and shape analytics foundations that support A...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Shape your career by leading projects in power system planning. Collaborate with clients to navigate regulatory challenges and enhance energy strategies, while managing teams and driving innovative so...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$106K - $119K *

Join a team that's redefining data analytics by evolving robust data infrastructures and governance frameworks, ensuring scalable analytics and AI readiness. Partner with cross-functional teams to del...

Arlington, VARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$96K - $144K *

Transform visual storytelling by designing engaging graphics and motion for social media campaigns. Collaborate with teams to create impactful content that resonates with diverse online audiences, uti...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$161K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by providing expert consulting on gas pipelines and FERC regulations. Lead client engagements, manage deliverables, and drive business development while...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an estimator do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.