Lighting Estimator

About The Kendall Group

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.

Why The Kendall Group?

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.

Role Summary: 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.
Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Lighting Estimator position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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

Competencies you possess:

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration

What you'll need:

• Work Experience: Experience in the lighting industry; experience preparing and distributing lighting project quotes
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Analytics/Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment
• Cross-functional skills: Strong customer orientation; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to sit, talk, and hear; ability to sit for up to 8 hours per day
• Physical Environment: Normal office environment

Skills we prefer but don't require:

• Experience: Experience with Eclipse business software
• Education: Bachelor's degree

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.