Lighting Estimator

Galloup • Conshohocken, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you’ll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you’ll work alongside incredible people who care about your success. 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.

Requirements

• Experience in the lighting industry
• Experience preparing and distributing lighting project quotes
• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment
• Strong customer orientation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to sit, talk, and hear
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours per day

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Eclipse business software
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED