Within the construction industry, one of the most important positions is the role of an Estimators. Estimators are in charge of cost control, bidding, reading blueprints, speaking with the clients and monitoring all stages of the project from concept to completion. The Estimator should have strong industry and must have great communication skills in order to be able to conduct meetings and presentations with their clients.
When assigned to a project, the estimator breaks down the cost of everything from labor cost, equipment, and materials to form a bid for the project. An estimator also contacts the subcontractors and suppliers to analyze the different rates and products to determine which one will be more affordable but also the best product.
The estimator then prepares a bid on behalf of his company with all the expenses for everything on the project. The Estimator stays on the project to make sure the everything is going as planned and they are not going over budget.
How to become an Estimator
While some estimators have a Bachelors Degree, other estimators have worked their way up throughout the years in the construction industry and doing some field work. The education that some estimators have is a bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or architecture. Some Estimators can also take a course to complete the Certificate Program in Construction Estimation.
Important Qualities and Duties of an Estimator
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