Lead Quotations Specialist

As a Lead Project Specialist at Crescent Electric, you will be responsible for for quoting material from plans and specifications on construction projects in a lead capacity. In this role, you will create Bills of Material from a plan/specification and work with customers to suggest products on design-build projects.

LOCATION:

• Remote or hybrid opportunities will be at the discretion of the manager.
  
  

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Take Bills of Material for construction projects and create complete and professional quotations.
• Interact with electrical contractors, architects, engineers, and owners to suggest products to be used on all types of construction projects.
• Designate and assign quotes to other quotation specialists.
• Mentor and guide other quotations specialist.
• Take off Bills of Material from the plan/specification reading.
• Negotiate pricing with manufacturers and customers.
• Act as a source of technical expertise within the branch.
• Collect and analyze quotations data to determine patterns of success or failure. Measure by product type, manufacturer, bid amounts, and customers.
• Attend branch/company meetings and events as required.
• Overnight travel may be necessary.
• Uphold the values of the company and its culture, consistently demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and the highest standards of ethical behavior and professional conduct.
  
  

SKILLS:

• The individual must possess strong computer skills and product knowledge.
• Must have the ability to work quickly and accurately under severe time constraints and pressure.
• In addition, must possess interpersonal skills, and organizational skills, be a self-starter, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to communicate (verbal and written).
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); a minimum of one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A two-year trade school or four-year college degree is strongly recommended.
• Product and application knowledge as well as an understanding of the bid process.
• Background in wholesale electrical distribution or electrical contracting preferred.
  
  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license.
  
  

Total Rewards And Benefits

Crescent Electric's compensation package includes an array of top-tier benefit options, including:

• Eligibility for health, and dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plan, and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms.
• Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, long-term care, and Employee Assistance Program, subject to applicable waiting periods.
• Excused Absence time off and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Company-paid holidays.
• Other benefits for which you may be eligible includes supplemental life insurance, hospital indemnity, and accident and critical illness benefits with cancer coverage.
• Eligibility: Employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees who are 21 years of age or older will be automatically enrolled in the company’s 401(k) plan once they achieve 90 days of employment.
  
  

Family Owned. Culture of Quality. Opportunities to Advance.

Crescent is transforming and we are on a mission to power the communities we serve through teamwork and relentless customer focus. We have a vision of uncompromising teamwork committed to becoming the industry leader for our employees, suppliers, and shareholders. At Crescent, you will have the opportunity to develop professionally, grow personally and have the flexibility to balance your life's priorities. Let's serve together. Let's power our communities together. Let's become THE industry leaders...together.

Crescent Electric Supply Company is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crescent Electric does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, national origin, gender, religion, marital status, disability, veteran, military status, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.

Candidates are subject to pre-employment assessments, Motor Vehicle Record review, criminal background checks, references check, and a post-offer drug screen. Crescent Electric is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Crescent Electric will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact jobs@cesco.com