Estimator Jobs in California

An Estimator in the sales industry is responsible for predicting the cost of a product, service, or project. Their role involves analyzing various factors such as materials, labor, location, duration of the project, and other variables that might affect the total cost. They may also be expected to negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve the most cost-effective solution. They play a critical role in helping their company to make informed decisions, plan for the future, and maintain competitiveness in the marketplace.

A good Estimator should possess strong analytical and mathematical skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and a keen eye for detail. They should also have a thorough understanding of the sales process and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Certifications such as the Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) can add credibility and demonstrate a high level of competence in the field. Previous job roles that can lead to becoming an Estimator include positions such as Junior Estimator, Cost Analyst or Sales Representative.

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Pricing Analyst

  • Northridge, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Northridge, CA
  • 1 day ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Pricing Analyst

  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Pricing Analyst Location: Folsom, CA 95630 Duration: 12 months Assignment Shift/Hours: 40hours/week, M to F Summary: The Pricing Analyst will be part of the Automotive Embedded Business...

Pricing Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Lambda is the #1 GPU Cloud for ML/AI teams training, fine-tuning and inferencing AI models, where engineers can easily, securely and affordably build, test and deploy AI products at scale....

Remote Work

Cost Analyst (LATAM)

  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 5 days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Pricing Analyst

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago

Position responsibilities: The Pricing Analyst develops and implements customer pricing strategies by conducting market analysis, competitor analysis, and revenue simulation models As a Pricing...

Senior Pricing Analyst

  • Foster City, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and...

Senior Pricing Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago

Position: Senior Pricing Analyst Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid, 5 days/week in office for training and then 1 day/week in office) Pay: $90,000 to $100,000 annually Experience: 5+...

Principal Pricing Analyst (Security Clearance Required) Northrop Grumman 3.2 ( ) San Diego, CA Why you should apply for a job to Northrop Grumman : 93% say the CEO supports gender diversity...

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Pricing Analyst or Principal Pricing Analyst (Material Estimator)to join our Material Estimating team, based in Sunnyvale, CA....

Sr Principal Pricing Analyst Sr Principal Pricing Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago

Sr Principal Pricing Analyst Northrop Grumman 3.2 ( ) Los Angeles, CA Why you should apply for a job to Northrop Grumman : 93% say the CEO supports gender diversity Ratings are based on anonymous...

Senior Revenue Technical Accountant (Pricing Analyst) Box.com 4.4 ( ) KS (Remote) Why you should apply for a job to Box.com : 4.4/5 in overall job satisfaction 4.6/5 in supportive management 84%...

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Senior Pricing Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 13 days ago

Innovate with purpose At BILL, we believe in empowering the businesses that drive our economy. By replacing outdated financial processes with innovative tools, we help businesses-from startups to...

Pricing Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 days ago

Position: Pricing Analyst Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid, 5 days/week in office for training and then 1 day/week in office) Pay: $60,000 to $85,000 annually Experience: 2+ years...

Principal Pricing Analyst

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Pricing Analyst

  • Goleta, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Goleta, CA
  • 15 days ago

Pricing Analyst 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 420 S Fairview Ave Ste 201, Goleta, CA 93117 $80,000 - $110,000 a year - Full-time Tecolote Research, Inc. 48 reviews $80,000 - $110,000 a year - Full-time...

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Estimator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Estimator Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Estimators in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.8%
High School or GED
18.0%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Master's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.6%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Estimators in California
1-2 years
22.7%
10+ years
18.2%
None
18.2%
4-6 years
13.6%
2-4 years
9.1%
Less than 1 year
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%
8-10 years
4.5%


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