How much does an estimator earn in Australia?
Summary
Is it enough to buy a house in Rose Bay, or are we looking at a two-bedroom flat at the dodgy end of Rockhampton? Talent.com bases its figures on only 465 salaries, but comes out at a median of $110,004 per annum: Now, that’s a nice car or boat —which is where the “more fun” might come in for you, depending on what you’re into. This may seem extreme, but some large general contractors can offer salaries easily in the six figures (with bonuses!) However, we have talked to some of the most experienced estimators in the country and they all agree that time out in the field is a must, to get a feel for site circumstances and the equipment used. And with all the recent government investment in infrastructure, civil engineering and construction companies will be busy for some years to come!
