ATS Keyword Library

Estimator Resume Keywords

Keywords recruiters and ATS filters look for in Estimator resumes within Construction.

Keywords by Category

Add these exact terms into your experience and skills sections

construction(9 terms)

  • cost estimating
  • quantity takeoff
  • bid preparation
  • value engineering
  • vendor pricing
  • bluebeam
  • planswift
  • proest
  • excel

estimator(6 terms)

  • estimator
  • senior estimator
  • junior estimator
  • certified professional estimator (cpe)
  • built
  • supervised

How to Use These Estimator Keywords

Best practices to pass ATS filters without stuffing

  • List project types, sizes and budgets for each role.
  • Spell out Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) in full, then add any abbreviation in brackets.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What keywords should a estimator resume include?

Cost Estimating, Quantity Takeoff, Bid Preparation, tools like Bluebeam, and measurable impact.