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.

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$150K - $200K *

Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data practices and ensure quality. Drive modernization efforts in data engineering, optimizi...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Transform your career by driving financial strategy and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making, optimize reporting tools, and provide insights that shape key busi...

Hamilton, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations through meticulous month-end close processes, reconciliations, and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and acc...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $168K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $285K *

Drive the development of HPC supply chain frameworks for market intelligence and risk management. Collaborate with sourcing teams to analyze market trends, manage costs, and enhance supplier relations...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate data accuracy by analyzing user queries and improving AI responses. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to ensure Prism delivers trustworthy insights, enhancing...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project planning and cost control for renewable energy initiatives. Lead efforts in scheduling, compliance, and reporting to ensure project success from ince...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Advance the Enterprise Architecture function by leading strategic pursuits, building foundational assets, and bridging customer needs with product development to drive integration success and elevate...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$233K - $336K *

Lead the establishment of a foundational Enterprise Architecture function, shaping technical strategies and integration narratives for strategic pursuits while enabling sales and product alignment at...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Data Analyst, transforming raw data into insights that drive strategy, enhance user experience, and shape product decisions within an innovative SaaS environment...

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

$160K - $200K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $160K *

Drive the future of financial leadership by managing a dynamic accounting team, overseeing payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger accuracy while ensuring audit readiness and process improvement...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by managing complex cloud discount instruments. Leverage your FinOps expertise to optimize financial operations and enhance our autonomous cloud management system, ensuring seamles...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the financial planning and analysis function, establishing processes and insights to support divisional leadership. Drive strategic financial decisions and enhance operational efficiency while ma...

Langley, BCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of dental care as you drive AI adoption in private practices, foster relationships with key stakeholders, and lead the sales cycle from pitch to close, empowering practices to enhance...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.