Lighting Estimator: Precision Bids & Specifications

Sonepar USA Inc; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement with match

Professional development

Job summary

Capital Electric, part of the Sonepar group, is seeking a Lighting Estimator to provide accurate, competitive project pricing and strong customer service. You will review drawings, analyze specs, coordinate with project managers and sales reps, and deliver timely quotations to maintain margins.

The role involves staying current with product information and technologies, with a focus on building lasting relationships with contractors and vendors.

Qualifications

• High School or GED.
• Lighting estimating experience is preferred.
• 1-2 years customer service experience - electrical/lighting industry preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good and dependable mathematical skills.
• Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Reliable, responsible and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Effectively review and evaluate architectural and electrical drawings.
• Read and review lighting specifications.
• Foster and maintain excellent working relationships internally with project manager and outside sales rep.
• Interact with manufacturers and factory sales reps to produce competitive and timely pricing.
• Determine costs and sell amounts to maintain appropriate margins.
• Interact with contractors to follow up on pricing.
• Compile and analyze information from vendors.
• Ensure bid is inclusive of all mandatory requirements.
• Identify and review terms and dating purchase orders.
• Provide a complete and accurate quotation within the required timeframe.
• Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen customer relationships.
• Stay current with new product information and emerging technologies.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Mathematics

Microsoft Office skills

Lighting estimating experience

Customer service experience

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Capital Electric, part of the Sonepar group, is seeking a Lighting Estimator to provide accurate, competitive project pricing and strong customer service. You will review drawings, analyze specs, coordinate with project managers and sales reps, and deliver timely quotations to maintain margins.

The role involves staying current with product information and technologies, with a focus on building lasting relationships with contractors and vendors.