Estimator - Must Have Lighting Experience- Fully Remote

Bond Capital SIA; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Capital SIA is seeking an experienced Estimator (Lighting) for a fully remote, full-time role. You will review drawings and bid documents to identify lighting requirements and quantify materials, labor, and costs for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

You will build pricing models, analyze vendor quotes, and prepare concise bid proposals while coordinating with project managers, designers, and clients to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or electrical estimating with focus on lighting systems, fixtures, and controls.
• Ability to interpret architectural, electrical, and engineering drawings and specs.
• Proficiency with estimating tools and spreadsheets; familiarity with takeoff software beneficial.
• Solid understanding of lighting products, energy codes, and installation practices.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform takeoffs and quantify materials, labor, and costs for lighting projects.
• Review vendor quotes, build pricing models, and prepare bid proposals.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and clients to clarify scope.
• Track assumptions and update estimate databases and documentation.
• Stay current with lighting products, codes, and industry standards.

Skills

Lighting estimating

Reading drawings

Numerical analysis

Remote communication

Time management

Commercial/industrial experience

Cost optimization

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Digital takeoff tools

Job description

Company Description Bond Capital SIA is a growing organization focused on providing specialized estimating and project support services to clients across the construction and building services industries. The company operates fully remotely, supporting partners and projects in multiple locations. Bond Capital SIA emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and strong client communication to help deliver successful projects. Team members collaborate virtually, using modern tools and processes to manage complex scopes of work. The company values professionalism, accountability, and a detail-oriented mindset in all aspects of its operations.
Role Description The Estimator (Lighting) is a full-time, fully remote role responsible for preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for lighting projects in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. In this role, the estimator reviews architectural and electrical drawings, specifications, and bid documents; identifies lighting requirements; and quantifies materials, labor, and related costs. Daily tasks include performing takeoffs, requesting and analyzing vendor and supplier quotations, building pricing models, and preparing clear, concise bid proposals. The estimator collaborates with project managers, designers, and clients to clarify scope, resolve discrepancies, and suggest cost-effective and compliant lighting solutions. The role also involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of lighting products, codes, and standards, tracking project assumptions, and updating estimate databases and documentation for future reference.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in construction or electrical estimating with a specific focus on lighting systems, fixtures, and controls.
• Strong ability to interpret architectural, electrical, and engineering drawings, specifications, and related project documents.
• Proficiency with estimating tools and spreadsheets; familiarity with digital takeoff software or construction estimating platforms is beneficial.
• Solid understanding of lighting products, industry standards, energy codes, and typical installation practices.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal teams, suppliers, and clients in a remote environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple bids, deadlines, and priorities independently.
• Comfort working in a fully remote setting, including reliable internet access and the ability to collaborate via digital communication tools.
• Prior experience in commercial or industrial projects, or work with lighting designers, manufacturers, or distributors, is an advantage.
• Relevant education in engineering, construction management, electrical technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.