A construction estimator recruiter specializes in placing candidates who scope, price, and bid construction projects, a role that's increasingly hard to fill as experienced estimators retire faster than new ones enter the field. According to Amundson Group, a US construction recruiting firm, estimator salaries typically range from $75,000, $90,000 for junior roles up to $130,000, $180,000+ for senior or chief estimators at large GCs, depending on market and project type (commercial, civil, specialty). Searches for qualified estimators usually take 4-10 weeks given the tight talent pool. Strong candidates combine field experience with software proficiency (Bluebeam, Procore, On-Screen Takeoff). Firms using a specialized construction recruiter rather than a general staffing agency close searches significantly faster and see better retention.