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Empowered Staffing

Switchgear Estimator & Project Manager

Empowered Staffing, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11210

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Empowered Staffing is partnered with a well-established electrical supply and lighting company has been a trusted provider of high-quality products. Catering to contractors, electricians, and homeowners, the company offers an extensive inventory, including specialty and hard-to-find items, to meet a wide range of project needs. With a large warehouse and partnerships with leading brands, they are known for delivering reliable solutions for both residential and commercial lighting.

Due to expansion in the greater New York area, our client is excited to add an

Electrical Estimator Project Manager

to their corporate team in Brooklyn. About the Role: This is a highly technical, hands-on sales estimating role responsible for managing the entire bid-to-buy cycle for custom switchgear projects from reviewing construction drawings to pricing, vendor negotiation, quote preparation, and project coordination after a project is awarded.

Youll work closely with vendors like Schneider Electric and ABB, collaborating with our internal sales, shipping, and management teams. This role demands someone highly organized, responsive, and confident navigating fast-paced, high-value commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities: Review bid specifications, electrical drawings, and project plans to determine switchgear and related material requirements

Liaise with multiple vendors to source, price, and negotiate optimal terms

Build accurate, competitive, and timely bid proposals for contractors bidding on major commercial electrical projects

Own the bid process end-to-end manage pricing, quote assembly, documentation, and delivery deadlines

Coordinate internally with sales, shipping receiving, and upper management to align on logistics, approvals, and customer requirements

Manage BOM (bill of materials) creation and project material lists

After project award, oversee project coordination: ensuring timely equipment delivery, troubleshooting issues, and serving as a client point of contact

Delegate data entry tasks (line-item inputs, documentation uploads) to support resources as needed

Maintain strong professional relationships with both vendors and high-value commercial electrical contractor clients Requirements: 5+ years of experience in switchgear estimating or technical project coordination within an electrical distributor environment

In-depth knowledge of electrical switchgear products and commercial electrical systems

Familiarity with Schneider, Eaton, ABB, Siemens, or similar vendor quoting platforms preferred Demonstrated ability to review and interpret commercial electrical drawings and project specifications

Highly organized, detail-driven, and capable of juggling multiple large, complex bids at once

Excellent communication skills phone, email, and text; must be proactive and highly responsive

Strong knowledge of electrical codes, regulations, and industry standards.

Experience working across multiple departments including upper management, sales teams, and shipping/logistics

Experience with NetSuite ERP preferred

Must be comfortable working onsite, full-time, in the Brooklyn office

Benefits Perks: Health, Dental Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Days Opportunities for Career Advancement as the company expands across the tri-state area Supportive company culture with a collaborative team environment Exposure to exciting, large-scale residential and commercial projects