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Career Guidance Skills information skills S2.6 - calculating and estimating S2.6.3 - estimating resource needs Estimate duration of work
Description
Produce accurate calculations on time necessary to fulfil future technical tasks based on past and present information and observations or plan the estimated duration of individual tasks in a given project.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 12 occupations
- Optional in 17 occupations
- Total: 29 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)
Essential for
- Telecommunications technicianTelecommunications technicians install, test, maintain and troubleshoot telecommunications systems. They repair or replace defective devices and equipment and maintain a safe worki…
- Public administration managerPublic administration managers direct, monitor and evaluate the implementation of government policies. They supervise staff and manage resources used for implementation, and write …
- Radio technicianRadio technicians install, adjust, test, maintain, and repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems. They also mo…
- Production designerProduction designers are responsible for the complete look (style, colouring and locations) of television programmes, series, motion pictures and commercials. They create the visua…
- Tooling engineerTooling engineers design new tools for manufacturing equipment. They prepare tooling quotation requests. They estimate costs and delivery time, manage tooling construction follow-u…
- ICT project managerICT project managers schedule, control and direct the resources, people, funding and facilities to achieve the objectives of ICT projects. They establish budgets and timelines, per…
- ICT security technicianICT security technicians propose and implement necessary security updates and measures whenever is required. They advise, support, inform and provide training and security awarenes…
- Data entry supervisorData entry supervisors manage the day-to-day operations of data entry staff. They organise the workflow and tasks. Duties The duties of a data entry supervisor typically include, …
- Database developerDatabase developers program, implement and coordinate changes to computer databases based on their expertise in database management systems. Excludes people performing managerial a…
- Project managerProject managers ensure that a project is completed on time, within budget, and that its objectives are met. They oversee the project, manage the team, ensure the most efficient…
- Research managerResearch managers oversee the research and development functions of a research facility or program or university. They support the executive staff, coordinate work activities, and …
- Conservation scientistA Conservation Scientist is a professional dedicated to managing and protecting natural resources such as forests, grasslands, water, and wildlife habitats. They study ecosystems t…
Optional for
- Equipment engineerEquipment engineers design and maintain the machinery and equipment in manufacturing facilities. They design machinery that adjusts to the manufacturing requirements and processes.…
- Automotive designerAn Automotive Designer is a creative professional who designs and develops the exterior and interior aesthetics of vehicles, blending engineering with visual artistry to create car…
- Manufacturing cost estimatorManufacturing cost estimators collect and analyse data to evaluate the money, materials, labour and time required for manufacturing processes. They conduct analyses to identify (al…
- Rotating equipment engineerRotating equipment engineers develop designs and specifications for rotating equipment according to any applicable standards. They also provide technical expertise and help ensure …
- Packing machinery engineerPacking machinery engineers are in charge of and responsible for packaging machinery. They maintain and improve technical standards, analyse results, set up improvement plans, and …
- Nature conservation officerNature conservation officers manage and improve the local environment within all the sectors of a local community. They promote awareness of and understanding about the natural env…
- Industrial tool design engineerIndustrial tool design engineers design various industrial tools in accordance with customer needs, manufacturing requirements, and building specifications. They test the designs, …
- Database administratorDatabase administrators test, implement and administer computer databases. They use their expertise in database management systems to plan, coordinate and implement security measur…
- Resource managerResource managers manage resources for all potential and assigned projects. They liaise with the different departments to see that all various resources are met, in a timely manner…
- Agricultural equipment design engineerAgricultural equipment design engineers apply knowledge of engineering and biological science to solve various agricultural problems such as soil and water conservation and the pro…
- Supply chain managerSupply chain managers plan, manage and coordinate all activities related to the sourcing and procurement of supplies needed to run manufacturing operations from the acquisition of …
- Payroll clerkPayroll clerks manage the time sheets and pay checks of the employees. They make sure the information there is correct. Payroll clerks check overtime, sick days and vacation. They……
- Operations managerOperations managers plan, oversee and coordinate the daily operations of production of goods and provision of services. They also formulate and implement company policies and plan …
- Art directorArt directors shape the visual layout of a concept. They create innovative designs, develop artistic projects  and manage the cooperation between all aspects involved. Art director…
- Digital games designerDigital games designers develop the layout, logic, concept and gameplay of a digital game. They focus on playfield design, specification writing, and entry of numeric properties th…
- Production engineerA Production Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective production of goods. They act…
- Application engineerApplication engineers deal with the technical requirements, management, and design for the development of various engineering applications, such as systems, new product designs, or…
Related skills
- Manage budgets
- Perform project management
- Mathematics
- Execute analytical mathematical calculations
- Manage staff
- Perform scientific research
- Manage supplies
- Manufacturing processes
- Provide cost benefit analysis reports
- Technical drawings
- Engineering principles
- Engineering processes
Last updated on February 19, 2026
