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Estimator

Role description

collects and analyses necessary information for estimating materials, labour, time, and cost for manufacturing a product, providing a service, or constructing a building. They analyse a project's manufacturing or construction cost, find ways to optimise expenses and stick to the original budgets. Estimators help a company determine whether producing or purchasing a product is more cost effective. The cost projections also assist managers in deciding on subcontractors and price determination. They work in industries such as manufacturing firms/ plants, construction sites, engineering firms, or mining companies.

Role skills

Qualifications

Certificate IV Building and Construction (Estimating)

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