Estimator

What do estimators do?

Estimators prepare cost estimates and quotations, audit projects and manage construction costs.

Sometimes, on larger projects, those who hold this role are called Quantity Surveyors.

Typical Tasks

• Communicating with builders, contractors, architects, engineers, suppliers and clients
• Studying architectural and engineering drawings and specifications
• Preparing a Bill of Quantities which lists the costs of individual components
• Reviewing design changes to assess the effects on cost