Lighting Estimator

The Kendall Group; Seven Stars (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group in Seven Stars, Pennsylvania is looking for a Lighting Estimator. This key member of the lighting team will be responsible for quoting and preparing submittals for lighting projects, while maintaining strong relationships with customers and vendors.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the lighting industry, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. The role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in the lighting industry; experience preparing and distributing lighting project quotes.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop quotations for lighting equipment, products, and systems.
• Prepare submittals for lighting projects.
• Close lighting business and maintain strong relationships with customers and vendors.

Skills

Lighting industry experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Customer orientation

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Role Summary

Reporting to the Lighting Manager, the Lighting Estimator is a key member of the lighting team. This position is responsible for quoting, closing, and preparing submittals.

Exciting work you will do

• Develop quotations for lighting equipment, products, and systems
• Follow up on and appropriately position Kendall on all lighting bids
• Prepare submittals for lighting projects
• Close lighting business
• Effectively communicate with inside/outside sales, customers, contractors, representatives, vendors, architects, and engineers
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and vendors
• Attend vendor lunch & learns and lighting industry functions and events
• Provide Lighting Department support for all company departments, including potential site visits as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies you possess

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration

What you’ll need

• Work Experience: Experience in the lighting industry; experience preparing and distributing lighting project quotes
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Analytics/Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment
• Cross-functional skills: Strong customer orientation; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to sit, talk, and hear; ability to sit for up to 8 hours per day
• Physical Environment: Normal office environment

Skills we prefer but don't require

• Experience: Experience with Eclipse business software
• Education: Bachelor's degree

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.