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Building Estimator

A Building Estimator calculates costs, materials, labour, and equipment for construction projects, manages budgets, and liaises with industry professionals while meeting regulations.

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In Australia, a full time Building Estimator generally earns $1,923 per week ($99,996 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There are currently 4,600 Building Estimators in Australia. This number has increased strongly from 4,100 five years ago. Building Estimators can find work in all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Estimating) is an excellent qualification if you’re hoping to get into a career as a Building Estimator. You’ll learn to estimate and manage the costings of various types of construction projects and also cover topics such as structural principles and building codes. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building).

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A Building Estimator works out projected costs for construction projects including material, labour and hire of necessary equipment. You’ll work with other construction industry professionals like construction managers, architects or surveyors to plan building budgets. You might have to work out timeframes for construction projects and take into account current industry regulations. You’ll look at plans and quotes to prepare your estimates.

Building Estimators need a strong knowledge of the building industry. You’ll need to be organised as you’ll usually be working on multiple projects at once. You’ll need good communication skills and have to liaise with numerous construction professionals. Time management is crucial and it’s important you can work as part of a larger team. Building Estimators need a good head for numbers and will also have to be excellent problem solvers.