Contracts & Estimations Specialist

Looking for a successful career at a growth-oriented, family-owned business? Mercer Zimmerman – a lighting manufacturer’s representative with more than 130 experts in sales, client service, lighting, technology, design and more – is hiring! Be a part of exciting new commercial construction projects happening in the Wichita market.

We are looking for a self-motivated, strategic, team player with experience in project estimating/quoting to work with our people, our manufacturers, and the area’s leading contractors and distributors to deliver top-quality products, technical support, and service. This is a full-time, salaried position offering competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time-off, a 401k plan, wellness perks, and, most importantly, a company culture and value system that attracts and retains a strong team of diverse professionals.

Major Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Working in a team environment to analyze and bid jobs based on a tight timeline.
• Preparing budget estimates to meet clients' lighting/lighting controls needs.
• Problem solving while accurately utilizing, maintaining, and tracking project data.
• Developing mutually beneficial relationships with electrical and general contractors so Mercer Zimmerman is the agency of choice for lighting and controls products and services.
• Providing service and support to customers during design, construction, and post-project completion.
• Collaborating with internal team to and project management team.
• Partnering with Project Managers to create submittals and conduct pre-construction meetings.
• Conducting technical and product training in the territory or at our manufacturers’ facilities.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate For This Job Will

• Construction industry knowledge and experience reading project documents, including drawings, schedules, and submittals.
• The ability to work on a strict timeline and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients.
• A team-first attitude.
• Be an effective communicator – both written and verbal.
• Have strong relationship-building and relationship management skills.
• Build trust through honesty, integrity, and follow-through.
• Possess a high level of comfort interacting with every level of an organization from top-level executives to field personnel.
• Be able to operate with a minimal amount of supervision.
• Have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
  
  

Education And Experience

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field is preferred, but not required.
• 3-5 years of related experience in the construction/electrical field is a plus.