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Specialist - Project Take Off (Transmission & Distribution Estimator)

$74.29k - $118.86k

WESCO International

Job Title

Specialist - Project Take Off

Job Description

We're looking for a detail-driven professional who understands what it takes to build a power line—from the ground up. As a Specialist - Project Take Off, you will be responsible for supporting projects from time of quote through final closing for Transmission and Distribution (T&D) projects. This will include material quotations from customer inquiries, plans and specifications. You may visit customer sites when necessary to better understand the process and may be involved before the project goes out for quotations and therefore giving us a better chance of winning and at a higher margin.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides technical and new product expertise to support existing branches and customers.
  • Provides new branches and customers a trusted advisor to electrical interconnection and product selection.
  • Serves as primary technical point of contact for assigned projects or customers, as identified from field business development resources.
  • Builds strong customer relationships and establishes trust with key contacts resulting in increased sales.
  • Works with sales team to enable sales with technical expertise. Coordinates "Bill of Materials" for sales team. Including Material Take Offs, verifying customer specs, and crossing products to available material.

Qualifications:

  • High School Degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Five years of design experience required.
  • Customer facing sales experience required.
  • Technical or Sales presentation experience is preferred.
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong problem solving capability.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives; multitasking.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Creative and analytic thinking.

Compensation Details $74,285 - $118,856 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements. For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan. In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

About the Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Our Company's greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today! Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company. Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Wesco") provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.

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