Building Estimator Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Building Estimator make in Washington, DC? The average Building Estimator salary in Washington, DC is $55,135 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $49,501 and $62,172. 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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What is a Building Estimator?

A Building Estimator or cost estimator is an individual that quantifies the materials, labor, and equipment needed to complete a construction project. Building cost estimating can concern diverse forms of construction from residential properties to hi-rise and civil works. Both estimators and quantity surveyors must have a background education in the construction industry. Representative professional bodies which regulate property professionals: Entry to membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (United Kingdom) is via four main routes: academic, graduate, technical, and...

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Senior Estimator

MSR-FSR - Sherman , TX

Senior Estimator SUMMARY: Currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to provide leadership ... Obtain all relevant documents including BIM (Building Information Model) necessary to complete the ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 6 days ago

Project Estimator

ZeeRecruit - Omaha , NE

Construction Estimator Cost Estimator Quantity Surveyor Project Estimator Estimating Engineer Building Estimator Estimating Analyst Bid Estimator Pricing Analyst Estimating Specialist Preconstruction ...

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Estimator

Mesa Contracting LLC - Sherwood , OR

Mesa Contracting is currently hiring for a full-time Construction Estimator to assist owner representatives and general contractors in completing accurate building estimates in the Sherwood, OR area

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 35 days ago

Sr. Estimator

AWP Safety - Denver , CO

Building estimates for clients through direct requests from our customers, CSR's, planners, or anyone involved with our daily operations that requests an estimate. * Produce estimates, track, and ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 19 days ago

Civil Estimator

Hellas Construction - Austin , TX

Building estimating; quantity takeoff, solicitation and scope review * Analyzing and evaluating existing historical cost data to determine pricing * Providing value engineering options to optimize ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Estimator (Residential Property Restoration)

VISION RESTORATION & BUILDING CO. - Dearborn Heights , MI

Estimator Job Duties: * Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities * Effectively discuss the claims process and contract terms with potential ...

ZipRecruiter - 7 days ago

What does a Building Estimator do?

Common responsibilities of a Building Estimator

Prepare proposal schedules (Excel Format) or coordinate proposal schedule preparation with estimating manager or project controls for development of the Primavera schedule (P6).

January 12, 2023

Participates in bid review meetings with owner or owners representatives, when required.

January 18, 2023

Understand what purchased components can be utilized to build molds with the lowest total cost of ownership.

January 24, 2023

Review job cost with Sales and Project Management teams and highlight any buy outs that still need to be awarded.

January 27, 2023

Provide all supporting documentation related to a signed contract to the Sales and Project Management teams in a timely manner.

February 06, 2023

Communicate effectively with Sales Team Members, Sales Management, and Project Managers regarding Structures to be Quotes and Structures on Order.

March 03, 2023

Assists Project Manager and Project Superintendent with logistics and general conditions studies to accurately reflect costs associated with overhead, general conditions, and/or general requirements.

March 05, 2023

Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

March 14, 2023

Assist Builders or District Managers with preliminary project layout to lead them towards the most economical and efficient design.

April 25, 2023

Develops and maintains resources for sales and operations team including technical library, cut sheets, manuals and vendor product information.

April 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Building Estimator in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

49501

62172

55135

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

50498

64282

56672

What is the average salary for Building Estimator in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Building Estimator in Washington, DC. The base salary for Building Estimator ranges from $49,501 to $62,172 with the average base salary of $55,135. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,498 to $64,282 with the average total cash compensation of $56,672.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$55,135	$49,501 - $62,172
Bonus	$1,537	$997 - $2,109
Total Pay	$56,672	$50,498 - $64,282

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Building Estimator Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,510 - $62,184	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,510 - $62,184	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,510 - $62,184	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,406 - $62,053	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,510 - $62,184	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,510 - $62,184	COMPARE TO Washington, DC

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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About Washington, District of Columbia Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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