Cost Engineer I - Construction Salary in the United States

Cost Engineer I - Construction Salary

How much does a Cost Engineer I - Construction make in the United States? The average Cost Engineer I - Construction salary in the United States is $66,373 as of May 28, 2020, but the range typically falls between $60,652 and $73,825. 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. 

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Job Description for Cost Engineer I - Construction

Cost Engineer I - Construction provides estimates, cost control strategies, cost forecasting, investment appraisals, and risk analysis for construction projects. Administers quantity takeoffs so that appropriate costs and values can be determined. Being a Cost Engineer I - Construction has a broad knowledge of construction processes and materials. Requires technical knowledge of the construction work involved, and the ability to use cost-estimating methods. Additionally, Cost Engineer I - Construction requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Cost Engineer I - Construction typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Cost Engineer I - Construction Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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67430
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Skills associated with Cost Engineer I - Construction: Cost Estimation, Reading Blueprints/Diagrams, Construction Estimating, Construction Estimating Software

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