The Estimator is essential to any organization’s future success. Without the acquisition of new projects, the business is ultimately affected. This is where the person in this position comes in. Interpreting blueprints and other general information relevant to the project, the Estimator will convert these items into an estimated dollar cost for the purpose of competitive bids. As you might expect, the low bidder ultimately gets the work in most cases. A person in this position should possess good analytical and organizational skills and must be thorough with great attention to detail. You must also be able to persevere, have patience, and continue to strive for that successful bid. A college degree in this field of study is preferred.