Cost Estimators

Cost estimators collect and analyze data in order to estimate the time, money, materials, and labor required to manufacture a product, construct a building, or provide a service. They generally specialize in a particular product or industry.

$63,110

Median US Salary

Bachelor's degree

Minimum education requirement

Outlook for Cost Estimators

Currently employed

210,900

In the U.S. Total

Job Growth

11%

2016 - 2026 growth rate

Jobs added

10,000 to 49,999

Estimated over the next 10 years

Cost Estimators Job Listings

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Cost Estimator

Idaho National Laboratory | USA | $47,000 - $86,000

Are you an experienced Cost Estimator interested in supporting groundbreaking research? INL's Virtual Test Reactor Project (VTR) is seeking candidates who can share their value in the areas of cost...

Construction Cost Estimator - DOD

JobFuture.AI | Austin, TX, USA | $None - $None

Construction Cost Estimator - DOD * Contribute to a multi-discipline engineering team as a cost estimator to develop Design-Build RFP packages for MILCON projects. * Conduct quantity and material...

Project Cost Estimator - Educational Facilities

Anser Advisory | Los Angeles, CA, USA | $None - $None

We are looking for an experienced Project Cost Estimator to work on projects located in Los Angeles County, CA. The ideal candidate will have experience in public works and public school projects

Project Cost Estimator

CMTS LLC | Los Angeles, CA, USA | $114,040 - $120,000

CMTS LLC, is currently seeking a Project Cost Estimator to join our team!!! Responsibilities: · Prepares preliminary and final independent detailed cost estimates of school building projects for...

Cost Estimator

Advanced Mold Technology Inc | Brea, CA, USA | $None - $None

COST ESTIMATOR/ MACHINE SHOP We are looking for an Estimator who will be responsible for estimating/forecasting project costs for incoming RFQ's by gathering details and compiling data to estimate...

Project Cost Estimator

Alta Vista Solutions | Los Angeles, CA, USA | $None - $None

PROJECT COST ESTIMATOR LOS ANGELES Alta Vista Solutions is seeking an experienced Project Cost Estimator to support preconstruction activities for new LAUSD facilities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Senior Cost Estimator

Sunland Group, Inc. | Denver, CO, USA | $100,000 - $125,000

Sunland Group has an immediate opening for a Sr. Cost Estimator to join our team at Denver International Airport (DEN). The successful candidate is one who can perform specialized, professional...

Lead Project Cost Estimator

TELACU Construction Management | Los Angeles, CA, USA | $100,000 - $135,000

...Estimators, including designating daily assignments · Performs related duties as assigned Required Experience · 15 years full time paid professional experience in the preparation of complete cost...

Cost Estimator

Museum Company | Fairfax County, VA, USA | $None - $None

Well established company in Northern VA is looking for an COST ESTIMATOR to prepare detailed cost estimates for museum exhibit packages including all aspects of structures, graphics, detailing...

Cost Estimator

Sterling Engineering, Inc | Chicago, IL, USA | $None - $None

Cost Estimator Location: This position will be considered for working fully remote Terms: Direct Hire Must-haves to be considered: * Need to have some experience estimating some of the following...

Cost Estimation-Production Manager

CerCo I, Inc. | Shreve, OH, USA | $60,000 - $90,000

As a Cost Estimator , the hired candidate will assist the Sales Department in determining appropriate costs for new parts, periodically review costs of existing parts, and maintain engineering and...

Cost Estimating Engineer

Swanson Erie | Erie, PA, USA | $None - $None

Swanson-Erie Corporation, a leader since 1919 in designing and building multiple station automatic assembly machines is seeking a Cost Estimating Engineer. Job Responsibilities: * Assist in the...

Median Salary by State for Cost Estimators

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10 Highest Paying States

(Median salary)

District of Columbia $88,930

Alaska $80,830

Hawaii $73,130

Washington $72,750

Connecticut $70,460

Massachusetts $69,450

California $68,550

Texas $68,080

New Jersey $67,530

Wyoming $67,040

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Cities with the most jobs for Cost Estimators

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10 Highest Paying Cities

(Median salary)

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA: $87,830

San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA: $81,780

California-Lexington Park, MD: $80,140

Iowa City, IA: $79,800

Anchorage, AK: $79,380

Urban Honolulu, HI: $78,590

Decatur, IL: $78,430

Ames, IA: $78,170

Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA: $77,250

Napa, CA: $76,230

Maxxing your 401k as Cost Estimators

All numbers based on median salary

% to Max 401k

30.1%

Per paycheck

$730.62

Bi-Weekly Pay Period

Gross Income $2,427.31
Pre Tax Retirement $730.62
Before Taxes $1,696.69
Taxes $509.01
Take Home $1,187.68

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