Estimator Job Description

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September 6, 2022

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Estimator Job Description

Estimators analyse project requirements to forecast the labour, time, costs, and materials to accomplish a project. They work in the building and construction industry and focus on large-scale projects such as construction sites. Estimators collaborate with project managers and clients to assist in the planning of projects.

Responsibilities of an Estimator:

• Prepare and deliver estimates and budgets, overall expenses, and auditing projects
• Negotiate and confirm rates and prices with suppliers and sub-contractors
• Understand the client and requirements in gathering information needed to calculate costs
• Conduct studies to ascertain the feasibility of projects before proceeding
• Monitor project budgets, keep track of forecasted costs, and liaise with project managers to discuss estimated vs. actual costs
• Develop detailed price lists for materials and processes used on a specific project
• Recommend plans for minimising costs, time, and resources

Requirements:

• Have a relevant tertiary education
• White Card to certify that you have completed the working safely on construction sites course
• Practice in quantification and familiar with standard methods of measurements and standard forms of contract
• Have a practical mind, hands-on-approach, and strong organisational skills
• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly
• Provide accurate commercial advice to project managers, senior management team, and other project professionals
• Strong IT and mathematical skills, and strong attention to detail

Working Conditions:

• Generally, work closely with project managers
• Work in high-pressure environments to be able to deliver accurate information in assisting successful projects
• Work in teams with project professionals or estimators

Average Salary:

• $80k – $100k per year in Australia

Salary is based on © SEEK statistics and research; view their website here.

This Estimator job description is a guideline only and will vary depending on the company, project and location within the Australian/New Zealand market.

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