Senior Lighting Estimator

Job Title: Senior Lighting Estimator Location: Louisville, KY, with collaboration across the Lexington marketAlternate Location Option: Austin, TX, with collaboration across the San Antonio marketAre you a seasoned lighting quotations expert who thrives on complex, high value projects and fast paced bidding environments? Our client, a respected and growing electrical and lighting solutions provider, is seeking a Senior Lighting Estimator to take ownership of large scale project quotations and drive competitive positioning in dynamic regional markets. This is a high impact role where your expertise in lighting controls, electrical systems, and manufacturer negotiations will directly influence revenue growth and long term client relationships.Compensation and BenefitsCompetitive base compensation aligned with experience and market expertiseComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement savings planPaid time off and recognized holidaysProfessional development and ongoing industry trainingSupportive team culture with strong collaboration between sales and operationsOpportunity to work on high profile commercial and industrial projects across the regionWhat You Will DoLead development of detailed quotations for both project based and miscellaneous opportunities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and market competitivenessOwn pricing strategy for large scale projects valued at 800K and aboveAnalyze specifications to ensure lighting control systems and electrical components align with project requirementsNegotiate project buy outs directly with manufacturers to secure favorable terms and protect marginPrepare and review submittals, ensuring all documentation is accurate and professionally presentedDeliver detailed quotation breakdowns and supporting documentation within required timelinesCoordinate across sales and internal teams to ensure seamless transition from bid to order executionMaintain strong working knowledge of manufacturer product lines and updatesManage a high volume of concurrent bids while maintaining attention to detail and responsivenessSupport junior team members as needed and contribute to a collaborative team cultureWhat You BringMinimum of 4 years of direct experience in lighting project quotationsProven track record pricing large scale projects valued at 800K or moreStrong background in electrical systems and lighting control systemsHands on experience negotiating project buy outs with manufacturersExperience creating and reviewing technical submittalsExcellent mathematical and analytical skills with the ability to make independent pricing decisionsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple complex bids simultaneously in deadline driven environmentsProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and online research toolsThis is a career advancing opportunity to step into a visible, revenue influencing role within a well established organization serving major commercial and industrial projects. If you are ready to bring your lighting quotation expertise to a team that values precision, collaboration, and results, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.Confidentiality Notice