Lighting Estimator & Technical Specs Specialist

Professional Lighting Services; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Professional development

Diverse project exposure

Collaborative team environment

Industry exposure

Job summary

Professional Lighting Services is seeking a Quotations Specialist to translate project specifications into accurate lighting packages. You will partner with the sales team, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure quotes are competitive and compliant with plans.

You will review electrical drawings, coordinate submittals, and provide technical answers to pre-sale questions while staying proactive and detail-focused in a collaborative, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the lighting industry (quotations, electrical contractors, electrical distribution, or specification sales).
• Blueprint reading: comfortable with electrical drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Detail-oriented mindset: you catch errors others miss and take pride in accuracy.
• Self-starter attitude: you manage your workload without constant oversight.
• Strong communication: clear, professional written and verbal skills.
• Multi-tasking ability: handle multiple urgent projects simultaneously.
• Team player approach: support the sales team’s success as your own.

Responsibilities

• Review and bid projects: read electrical plans, specifications, and fixture schedules to prepare complete lighting packages.
• Cross manufacturer lines: convert competitor specifications to our represented brands while maintaining spec compliance.
• Manage quote pipeline: monitor our ticketing system and respond to requests within 2 business hours.
• Provide technical support: answer pre-sale questions about fixtures, specifications, and applications.
• Coordinate submittals: prepare and organize technical documentation for project approvals.
• Support outside sales: act as their right hand for pricing, product selection, and project coordination.
• Ensure accuracy: review project details before orders to catch issues early.
• Continuous learning: attend factory training sessions (local, virtual, or travel to manufacturers).

Skills

Blueprint reading

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Team player

Technical software proficiency

Tools

Oasis

Bluebeam

Estimating software

Plan rooms

Job description

Professional Lighting Services is seeking a Quotations Specialist to translate project specifications into accurate lighting packages. You will partner with the sales team, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure quotes are competitive and compliant with plans.

You will review electrical drawings, coordinate submittals, and provide technical answers to pre-sale questions while staying proactive and detail-focused in a collaborative, on-site environment.