How much does a Cost Estimator II make in Fairbanks, AK? The average Cost Estimator II salary in Fairbanks, AK is $74,550 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $66,179 and $85,678. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Cost Estimator II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cost Estimator II Salary $58,558 Fairbanks,AK March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Cost Estimator II Salary $66,179 Fairbanks,AK March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Cost Estimator II Salary $74,550 Fairbanks,AK March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Cost Estimator II Salary $85,678 Fairbanks,AK March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Cost Estimator II Salary $95,809 Fairbanks,AK March 26, 2024
25% $66,179 10% $58,558 90% $95,809 75% $85,678 $74,550 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Cost Estimator II

Cost Estimator II develops cost estimates for projects based on work scope, specifications, and contract proposals using applicable estimating methodologies and tools. Analyzes project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements. Being a Cost Estimator II uses benchmark data, trends, prior estimates, and historical pricing schedules to generate detailed cost estimates that consist of itemized lists of expenses, labor hours, material quantities, and potential cost variations. Depending on the complexity and type of project, may use different estimating methods, mathematical models, or specialized estimating software tools to generate estimates. Additionally, Cost Estimator II typically requires an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Cost Estimator II works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Cost Estimator II typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Cost Estimator II, the upper level is Cost Estimating Team Leader and then progresses to Estimating Supervisor.

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Cost Estimator II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Cost Estimator II, the highest Cost Estimator II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Cost Estimator II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Cost Estimator II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Cost Estimator II salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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