Estimator - Gear Dept

## Estimator - Gear Dept Apply locations:
SES Laurel, MDtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R262306
** Why This Role Matters
** The Gear Department is where some of Shepherd’s most complex, high-stakes work gets done. When a contractor needs electrical gear configured, priced, and delivered to spec, the estimate is the foundation everything else is built on. Get it right and the project keeps moving; get it wrong and the cost compounds at every step downstream.

The Project Estimator owns that foundation. Working closely with contractors, vendors, and the Gear team, this role takes a project from technical document review through pricing, negotiation, and coordination — making sure the details are right, the timeline holds, and the customer has confidence Shepherd will come through. This is a role for someone who takes ownership of outcomes, not just tasks, as project volume and complexity continue to grow.
** Key Outcomes
*** Organized by what matters, not just what you do.
*** Accurate, Competitive Estimates
** Own project estimation end to end — technical document review, product selection, pricing, and order negotiation
* Interpret plans and specifications to select the right products for the application — catch issues at the estimate, not at the job site
* Use configuration and pricing software to build estimates that are both accurate and competitive
** Project Coordination & Follow-Through
** Direct and coordinate manufacturers so goals are met within the prescribed timeline and budget
* Confer with project staff, contractors, and manufacturers to outline work plans and assign responsibilities and scope
** Customer Confidence
*** Guide customers through equipment selection, quote review, and customized solutions tailored to project requirements
* Deliver reliable, timely communication that builds customer confidence and satisfaction
* Prepare clear project reports for management, customers, and others who depend on them
** Problem-Solving & Communication
*** Flag issues early — pricing gaps, spec conflicts, timeline risks — before they compound
* Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems as they arise
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with contractors and vendors that hold up under pressure
** Negotiation & Winning
*** The job isn’t to quote — it’s to win the order.
** Turn an accurate quote into a closed order — pair pricing precision with a real read on the customer’s scope and on-site needs to win the work
* Partner with the Gear team and our experienced Sales staff to close orders and earn repeat business
** What Success Looks Like
** After 90 days, you and your supervisor should both be able to point to these markers:
* Your estimates are accurate and competitive, and they convert — you’re closing orders, not just sending quotes
* Projects you coordinate stay on schedule and within budget, with no surprises late in the process
* Contractors and vendors trust your judgment and seek you out as a partner
* Customers have confidence in Shepherd because of how you communicate and follow through
* You take ownership of problems and resolve them without waiting to be told
** Who Thrives Here
** This role is a strong fit if:
* You want to do meaningful, complex work — not just process orders
* You take pride in accuracy and care whether things are done right the first time
* You are organized, detail-oriented, and steady when timelines get tight
* You communicate clearly and speak up when something is off
* You are curious about the products and the work, and you keep looking for better ways to solve
* You take ownership and follow through without being asked twice
** Qualifications & Requirements
*** High school diploma or equivalent required
* 1–3 years in the electrical industry preferred; aptitude and reliability matter as much as years
* Ability to interpret technical documents and specifications to select appropriate products
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to getting things right the first time
* Proficiency with standard software applications; experience with Eclipse is a plus
* Effective verbal and written communication
* Ability to…