Commercial Electrical Estimator at Creative Lighting & Power, LLC – Lakeland, Florida

Strategic Estimating Leader Drive Profitable Growth for Premier Florida Commercial Projects

• Company: Creative Lighting & Power, LLC.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $70,000 to $95,000 (based on experience) per year plus Profit Sharing.

• Location: Lakeland, FL.

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Project Scope: Electrical / Low Voltage (Commercial).

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.

You will serve as a high-level strategic leader, directly partnering with the CEO and Operations Team to secure complex commercial electrical contracts. This role offers the autonomy to identify value engineering opportunities and mitigate risk while working within a culture that prioritizes integrity, teamwork, and professional excellence. You will play a pivotal role in the company's growth by transforming detailed blueprints into profitable, winning proposals.

• Lead the preparation of accurate and competitive estimates to secure high-value commercial electrical projects.

• Analyze complex project drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams to define the comprehensive project scope.

• Identify critical scope gaps and risk exposures to protect company profitability and project integrity.

• Develop precision takeoffs using Trimble Accubid and Bluebeam software to ensure material accuracy.

• Collaborate with Project Managers to facilitate seamless transitions from successful bids to field execution.

• Cultivate and maintain influential relationships with General Contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.

• Evaluate new project opportunities to support the strategic expansion of the firm's market presence.

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience in a commercial electrical estimating role.

• Proven track record of successfully bidding and securing mid- to large-scale commercial projects.

• Advanced technical proficiency in Trimble Accubid, Bluebeam, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

• In-depth working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Florida Building Codes.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple complex proposals under strict deadlines.

• Excellent professional communication skills and a stable, verifiable work history.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Demonstrated ability to think critically and identify "value engineering" opportunities for clients.

• Experience working directly with executive leadership and field operations teams.

• Deep understanding of the Lakeland and broader Florida commercial construction market.

• Competitive annual salary with Profit Sharing opportunities.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer matching.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Weekly Pay Cycle for consistent financial planning.

• Paid Time Off including Holidays, Vacation, and Sick leave.

• Tech Package including a company-provided smartphone or tablet.

• Referral Bonus Program and access to Annual Company Outings and Events.

Creative Lighting & Power, LLC (CLP) is a premier electrical contractor where integrity, excellence, and honor guide our daily operations. We foster a supportive, goal-driven environment that balances professional rigor with a fun, innovative team culture. At CLP, we don't just finish projects; we build long-term careers through teamwork and a commitment to quality.

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Creative Lighting & Power, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.