Switchgear Specialist

About the role

In this role you will be responsible for interpreting blueprints/electrical drawings and using manufacturer software to produce quotes for customers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for estimating all commercial/industrial switchgear projects.
• Must be proficient in reading blueprints and working with electronic bid management software to produce quotes.
• Must be highly organized and efficient to handle multiple projects in the bid stage and help manage projects after sale is made.
• Understands the importance of deadlines and must organize bid schedule based on complexity and project due dates.
• Works well with switchgear project team, outside sales team and inside sales team in coordinating bids and managing projects.
• Accountable for timely completion and profitability of projects.
• Manages and coordinates with all parties involved in the order, both internal and external.
• Manages and maintains vendor and customer relationships.
• Provides customer service that separates Turtle & Hughes from our competition in the market place.
• Fulfills established standards and procedures for project reporting, communication, and documentation.
• Keeps detailed records on pricing quotes, change orders and all correspondence both internally and externally.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the electrical business, must understand switchgear.
• Highly desirable to have experience working directly with electrical contractors.
• Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.
• Proven experience in people management.
• Proven experience in risk management.
• Must be highly organized, and extremely well versed in establishing customer relationships.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.

Skills

• Proficient in reading blueprints and working with electronic bid management software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Vacation.
• Employee negotiated discounts.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule with occasional evening and weekend work required.

Company Overview

Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets. Turtle Integrated provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Turtle is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.