Senior Business Development & Estimating Specialist

Hunt Electric; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 113,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits

Retirement plan

Annual bonus

PTO & holidays

Learning & community

Job summary

Hunt Electric in Wisconsin is seeking a Business Development 2 to collaborate with the Business Development and Estimating teams, guiding projects from sale to kickoff and interfacing with customers throughout the lifecycle. You will review proposals, secure projects, and facilitate estimating plans while developing relationships with vendors and clients.

The role requires coordinating with designers and project managers, presenting in meetings, and driving successful outcomes in commercial and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree in electrical construction, construction management, electrical engineering, or similar discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of experience working in the electrical construction industry.
• 3+ years of experience working as a Salesperson and/or Project Manager in the electrical construction industry.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, sales tactics, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods and the coordination of manpower and resources.
• Strong computerized estimating skills using Enterprise or similar software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe/Bluebeam.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, low voltage systems estimating, design/build estimating.
• Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish the goals.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective problem solving and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to manage workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review project proposals to determine Baer’s project scope and responsibilities.
• Secure projects while recognizing commitment to quality workmanship, positive industry image and customer satisfaction.
• Execute the estimating plan/strategy which includes providing accurate estimates of labor, materials, and administrative costs for assigned projects.
• Interface with Designers, Project Managers, and others to resolve issues throughout the project.
• Determine the customer’s needs and interpret their definition of a successful project.
• Prepare, process, and maintain all files, correspondence, schedules, reports, and quotations necessary to perform the responsibilities of the contract.
• Participate and/or facilitate project planning and follow up meetings throughout the project life cycle.
• Participate & present in committee and department meetings.
• Develop relationships with vendors.
• Facilitate the estimating kickoff meetings.
• Verify the estimator check list has been completed.
• Participate in pre-bid bid and final bid reviews with the Estimating team.
• Attend on and off-site customer/client meetings and events.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships to secure future business by attending on and off-site meetings and events.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Business Development and Estimating teams to prepare project proposals.
• Maintain and develop new customer relationships to secure future business in the commercial and industrial markets.
• Participate in the interview process and responds to customer questions.

Skills

Sales experience

Project management

Estimating experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Enterprise estimating software

Microsoft Office

Adobe/Bluebeam

Job description

Hunt Electric in Wisconsin is seeking a Business Development 2 to collaborate with the Business Development and Estimating teams, guiding projects from sale to kickoff and interfacing with customers throughout the lifecycle. You will review proposals, secure projects, and facilitate estimating plans while developing relationships with vendors and clients.

The role requires coordinating with designers and project managers, presenting in meetings, and driving successful outcomes in commercial and