Quotations Specialist – Lighting & Controls

EverLights; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EverLights in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking an experienced Quotations Specialist - Lighting & Controls to support growth in electrical, lighting, and controls projects. The role requires hands‑on knowledge, accurate plans interpretation, and the ability to develop competitive quotations.

The ideal candidate will work with sales, manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely, accurate, and competitive solutions while driving quotation quality and profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience in lighting, electrical, controls, or related construction industries.
• Strong knowledge of lighting products and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, lighting plans, fixture schedules, and specifications.
• Experience preparing quotations, estimates, bids, or material takeoffs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/quoting systems.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Acumatica or similar estimating/ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for lighting and controls projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform material takeoffs and identify required fixtures and electrical products.
• Interpret plans to determine project scope and product requirements.
• Obtain and compare pricing, lead times, and alternatives.
• Coordinate with sales, purchasing, and project management from quotation to order.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Lighting knowledge

Plan interpretation

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Bluebeam

Acumatica

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

EverLights | Elk Grove Village, IL | On-site

EverLights is seeking an experienced Quotations Specialist - Lighting & Controls to join our team and play a key role in supporting our continued growth in the electrical, lighting, and controls industry.

This is a hands-on position for someone with strong electrical and lighting knowledge who understands distribution, can accurately interpret plans and specifications, and knows how to develop competitive quotations for lighting and controls projects. The Quotations Specialist will work closely with sales, manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure customers receive accurate, timely, and competitive solutions.

What You'll Do

• Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for lighting and controls projects.
• Review plans, specifications, fixture schedules, electrical drawings, addenda, and other bid documents.
• Perform detailed material takeoffs and identify required fixtures, controls, accessories, and related electrical products.
• Interpret electrical and lighting plans and specifications to determine project scope and product requirements.
• Obtain and compare pricing, lead times, availability, alternates, and value-engineering options from manufacturers and vendors.
• Work closely with sales representatives to develop pricing and identify opportunities to win projects.
• Research product specifications, substitutions, alternates, and equivalent products when needed.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, substitutions, and potential project risks before quotations are submitted.
• Ensure quotations are complete, accurate, competitive, and delivered within established deadlines.
• Maintain organized quotation documentation, pricing information, and supporting materials.
• Communicate with manufacturers and vendors to resolve product, pricing, availability, and technical questions.
• Support sales and customers with technical product information and recommendations.
• Coordinate with purchasing, project management, operations, and other internal teams as projects move from quotation to order.
• Assist with project handoff by ensuring the awarded scope, products, pricing, and special requirements are clearly communicated.
• Stay current on lighting products, controls technology, manufacturer offerings, and industry trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve quotation accuracy, efficiency, and profitability.
• Perform other duties and projects as needed to support the sales and operations teams.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in lighting, electrical, controls, electrical distribution, or related construction industries.
• Strong knowledge of lighting products and electrical systems.
• Experience preparing quotations, estimates, bids, or material takeoffs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, lighting plans, fixture schedules, and specifications.
• Understanding of lighting controls and the ability to learn and apply manufacturer-specific controls solutions.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple quotations, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with salespeople, customers, manufacturers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn company ERP and quoting systems.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Acumatica, or similar estimating/ERP software is a plus.
• Electrical or lighting industry experience is strongly preferred.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will become a trusted technical and pricing resource for the sales team and will consistently produce accurate, competitive, and timely quotations.

The ideal candidate combines strong electrical and lighting knowledge with attention to detail, commercial awareness, and a commitment to helping EverLights support its continued growth and success.

Why EverLights?

EverLights | Elk Grove Village, IL | On-site

EverLights is seeking an experienced Quotations Specialist - Lighting & Controls to join our team and play a key role in supporting our continued growth in the electrical, lighting, and controls industry.

This is a hands-on position for someone with strong electrical and lighting knowledge who understands distribution, can accurately interpret plans and specifications, and knows how to develop competitive quotations for lighting and controls projects. The Quotations Specialist will work closely with sales, manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure customers receive accurate, timely, and competitive solutions.

What You'll Do

• Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for lighting and controls projects.
• Review plans, specifications, fixture schedules, electrical drawings, addenda, and other bid documents.
• Perform detailed material takeoffs and identify required fixtures, controls, accessories, and related electrical products.
• Interpret electrical and lighting plans and specifications to determine project scope and product requirements.
• Obtain and compare pricing, lead times, availability, alternates, and value-engineering options from manufacturers and vendors.
• Work closely with sales representatives to develop pricing and identify opportunities to win projects.
• Research product specifications, substitutions, alternates, and equivalent products when needed.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, substitutions, and potential project risks before quotations are submitted.
• Ensure quotations are complete, accurate, competitive, and delivered within established deadlines.
• Maintain organized quotation documentation, pricing information, and supporting materials.
• Communicate with manufacturers and vendors to resolve product, pricing, availability, and technical questions.
• Support sales and customers with technical product information and recommendations.
• Coordinate with purchasing, project management, operations, and other internal teams as projects move from quotation to order.
• Assist with project handoff by ensuring the awarded scope, products, pricing, and special requirements are clearly communicated.
• Stay current on lighting products, controls technology, manufacturer offerings, and industry trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve quotation accuracy, efficiency, and profitability.
• Perform other duties and projects as needed to support the sales and operations teams.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in lighting, electrical, controls, electrical distribution, or related construction industries.
• Strong knowledge of lighting products and electrical systems.
• Experience preparing quotations, estimates, bids, or material takeoffs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, lighting plans, fixture schedules, and specifications.
• Understanding of lighting controls and the ability to learn and apply manufacturer-specific controls solutions.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple quotations, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with salespeople, customers, manufacturers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn company ERP and quoting systems.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Acumatica, or similar estimating/ERP software is a plus.
• Electrical or lighting industry experience is strongly preferred.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will become a trusted technical and pricing resource for the sales team and will consistently produce accurate, competitive, and timely quotations.

The ideal candidate combines strong electrical and lighting knowledge with attention to detail, commercial awareness, and a commitment to helping EverLights support its continued growth and success.

Why EverLights?

EverLights is an established and growing electrical and lighting company with a strong reputation for delivering knowledgeable service, competitive solutions, and dependable support to its customers.

Joining EverLights means becoming part of a team where your electrical and lighting expertise matters. You'll work on a wide variety of projects, collaborate directly with experienced sales professionals, manufacturers, and customers, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success of each project.

We are continuing to grow our business and expand our capabilities, creating opportunities for talented people who want to grow with the company, take ownership of their work, and contribute to our continued success.

If you're looking for a position where your technical knowledge, attention to detail, and industry experience are valued—and where no two projects are exactly the same—EverLights offers an opportunity to build a rewarding career in the electrical and lighting industry!