Project Quotations Specialist

There's a Place for You at CapitalA career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. WithinCapital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.Capital Electric has a Project Quotation Specialist position available at our Baltimore, MD location. The person in this role provides accurate, competitive, and timely project pricing for our customers. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professional customer service, meet deadlines, work effectively in challenging environment and be willing to go the extra mile.Responsibilities:Effectively review and evaluate architectural and electrical drawingsRead and review lighting specificationsFoster and maintain excellent working relationships internally with project manager and outside sales repInteract with manufacturers and factory sales reps to produce competitive and timely pricingDetermine costs and sell amounts to maintain appropriate marginsInteract with contractors to follow up on pricingCompile and analyze information from vendorsEnsure bid is inclusive of all mandatory requirementsIdentify and review terms and dating purchase ordersProvide a complete and accurate quotation within the required time frameContinually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen customer relationshipsStay current with new product information and emerging technologiesMinimum Qualifications:High School or GEDLighting and/or Gear estimating experience is a plus1-2 years customer service experience - electrical/lighting industry preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGood and dependable mathematic skillsExcellent computer and Microsoft Office skillsReliable, responsible, and a great work ethicWhat We Offer YouWe offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:Healthcare plansDental & visionPaid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Professional and personal development programsOpportunity to become a shareholderEmployer-paid short- and long-term disabilityEmployer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependentsRobust wellness programGym reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported. Learn More About UsGet to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations." LinkedIn: company/capitalelectric/Facebook: CapitalElecSply/Learn more at aboutCapital Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: us-en/about-us Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call or email .EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.