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Construction Cost Estimating Manager Amentum delivers world-class solutions through the expertise, dedication, and collaboration of our people. We partner with our customers to solve complex ...

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$150 - $200/hr

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Cost Estimating Manager

Mckinney, TX · On-site

The Cost Estimating Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing ... Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field ...

General Atomics

Cost Estimating Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Estimating Manager to join our Cost Engineering team, located in our Rancho Bernardo facility. This is a working manager role. This position is responsible ...

CES Consulting

Construction Cost Estimator

Dulles, VA · On-site

CES is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator based in the Washington, D.C. Metro region. The focus ... estimating software. In this role, you will work closely with project managers and engineers to ...

CES Consulting

Construction Cost Estimator

Sterling, VA · On-site

CES is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator based in the Washington, D.C. Metro region. The focus ... estimating software. In this role, you will work closely with project managers and engineers to ...

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How much do construction cost estimating manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for construction cost estimating manager in the United States is $90,232.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Construction Cost Estimating Manager vs Construction Estimator?

AspectConstruction Cost Estimating ManagerConstruction Estimator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field; certifications like CMAA or AACE are commonOften requires a similar degree or relevant experience; certifications are less common but beneficial
Work EnvironmentOversees estimating teams, manages large projects, and collaborates with stakeholdersPerforms detailed cost calculations and prepares estimates for specific projects
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by construction firms, project management companies, and general contractorsEmployed by contractors, subcontractors, and consulting firms for project bids

The Construction Cost Estimating Manager focuses on leading estimating teams and managing overall project budgets, while the Construction Estimator handles detailed cost calculations for individual projects. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Construction Cost Estimating Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,232 per year, or $43.4 per hour.

Cost Estimating Manager

Timberline Construction Group

Fort Myers, FL • On-site

$100 - $125/hr

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Cost Estimating Manager Position Summary

Timberline Construction Group is seeking a driven and experienced Cost Estimating Manager to lead estimating operations for residential reconstruction and disaster recovery construction projects.

This role is responsible for overseeing estimating strategy, change order pricing, subcontractor cost analysis, estimator performance, and cost reporting. The Cost Estimating Manager will ensure estimates are accurate, timely, contract‑compliant, and aligned with both company and client expectations.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader with deep construction knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to build scalable estimating processes in a fast‑paced project environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, support, and develop the estimating team while ensuring accuracy, accountability, and production goals are met.
  • Oversee construction estimates, scopes of work, and change order pricing.
  • Review and interpret engineering plans, specifications, surveys, and construction documents.
  • Translate engineering, design, and field requirements into accurate cost estimates, budgets, and scopes of work.
  • Validate labor, material, subcontractor, equipment, and production costs.
  • Ensure estimates comply with contract requirements, approved pricing structures, client standards, and program guidelines.
  • Manage change order review, pricing justification, documentation, and tracking.
  • Drive estimating efficiency through process improvement, standardized templates, reporting visibility, and quality control.
  • Collaborate with pre‑construction, construction managers, project management, and operations teams to support project execution and forecasting.
  • Maintain estimating tools, pricing databases, tracking systems, and KPI reporting.
  • Monitor estimator workload, performance, turnaround times, and estimate accuracy.
  • Identify cost trends, pricing gaps, scope issues, and opportunities for improved estimating consistency.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Previous leadership experience managing estimating teams or construction‑related staff.
  • Strong understanding of residential construction, reconstruction, repair scopes, and change order management.
  • Experience preparing, reviewing, and validating construction cost estimates.
  • Proficiency with Xactimate, Microsoft Excel, and construction cost analysis.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, scopes of work, surveys, and field documentation.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
  • High level of accountability, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience with CDBG‑DR, FEMA, HUD, or other disaster recovery programs.
  • Experience with manufactured housing, residential reconstruction, site‑built homes, or storm recovery construction.
  • Familiarity with government‑funded construction programs, compliance requirements, and client‑approved pricing structures.
  • Experience building estimating processes, tracking systems, or KPI reporting tools.
  • Background working with subcontractor pricing, production schedules, and field‑based construction operations.
Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who can balance speed, accuracy, and accountability. This person should be comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment, managing multiple priorities, supporting team performance, and improving systems that help estimating operations run more efficiently.

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