Cost Estimating Manager Salary

Manages and coordinates, through subordinate personnel, employees engaged in estimating the cost of the design, tooling, manufacture, and modification of products or projects. Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, or processes. Determines cost factors and provides estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness. Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.