What do Estimating roles pay?
Across 325 jobs advertised in Construction on Seek New Zealand, Estimating positions typically advertise between $77,500 and $202,500 NZD a year, with a typical midpoint around $112,500. Ranges are entered by the advertiser, so treat them as a negotiation guide rather than a guarantee.
Common roles
| Role | Typical mid | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | $123k | 118 jobs |
| Quantity Surveyor | $123k | 93 jobs |
| Civil Estimator | $143k | 12 jobs |
| Quantity Surveyor and Estimator | $113k | 11 jobs |
| Estimating Manager | $198k | 5 jobs |
| Residential Quantity Surveyor | $88k | 4 jobs |
| Building Estimator | $88k | 5 jobs |
| Cost Planner | $173k | 3 jobs |
Related in Construction
- Project Management $78k – $253k
- Management $98k – $253k
- Health, Safety & Environment $78k – $203k
- Surveying $78k – $203k
- Contracts Management $78k – $253k
- Foreperson/Supervisors $68k – $203k
- Planning & Scheduling $68k – $203k
- Quality Assurance & Control $78k – $203k
Compare: Estimating salaries in Australia →