Is being a cost estimator a good fit for you?
Works out how much it will cost to make something, build something or provide a service. Helps businesses set prices and bids.
What the work involves
- Studies plans and documents to estimate time, cost, materials and labour.
- Talks with engineers, architects, owners and builders about changes to estimates.
- Collects past cost data to estimate the cost of future work.
- Checks if products or projects are good value and tracks real costs against bids.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a cost estimator is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.