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How much does a Project Cost Estimator Lead make in Santa Clara, CA? The average Project Cost Estimator Lead salary in Santa Clara, CA is $111,840 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $101,250 and $127,570. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Project Cost Estimator Lead Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Project Cost Estimator Lead Salary $91,608 Santa Clara,CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Project Cost Estimator Lead Salary $101,250 Santa Clara,CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Project Cost Estimator Lead Salary $111,840 Santa Clara,CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Project Cost Estimator Lead Salary $127,570 Santa Clara,CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Project Cost Estimator Lead Salary $141,891 Santa Clara,CA April 24, 2024
25% $101,250 10% $91,608 90% $141,891 75% $127,570 $111,840 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Project Cost Estimator Lead analyzes project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements. Develops cost estimates for projects based on work scope, specifications, and contract proposals using applicable estimating methodologies and tools. Being a Project Cost Estimator Lead depending on the complexity and type of project, may use different estimating methods, mathematical models, or specialized estimating software tools to generate estimates. Uses benchmark data, trends, prior estimates, and historical pricing schedules to generate detailed cost estimates that consist of itemized lists of expenses, labor hours, material quantities, and potential cost variations. In addition, Project Cost Estimator Lead provides guidance and training on estimating best practices. May require a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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