Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Position Summary: Electrical and Lighting Estimator (Residential Projects)

Join the Future of Smart Luxury Living!

Are you passionate about luxury electrical and lighting solutions ? Do you have a strong background in electrical estimating and a talent for building relationships with affluent clients, designers, and builders? Lightworks , San Diego's leading provider of premium smart home and electrical solutions, is seeking an Electrical and Lighting Estimator to help clients transform their homes with state-of-the-art technology.

About Us:

At Lightworks , we specialize in creating custom, high-performance smart home and electrical experiences for luxury residences. Our expertise spans:

• Full electrical solutions from ground-up electrical to panel upgrades, whole-home wiring, new builds, and renovations
• Custom lighting design & automation & control (Lutron HomeWorks, Ketra, DMX)
• High-end audio/video & home theaters (Focal, Naim, McIntosh)
• Home automation & control systems (Savant, Josh.ai, Basalt)
• Security & surveillance systems
• Networking & smart home integration

With a focus on innovation, we bring electrical, technology, design, and energy efficiency together to create seamless, intelligent living spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Estimation
   • Review project specifications, drawings, and scopes to determine electrical requirements, ensuring compliance with Title 24 regulations.
   • Perform detailed take-offs of electrical and lighting materials, equipment, and labor for residential projects.
   • Develop and calculate accurate cost estimates, including materials, labor, permits, and other related expenses.
2. Proposal Preparation
   • Prepare and submit timely, competitive bid proposals in line with client requirements and Title 24 standards.
   • Draft comprehensive bid documents, including pricing breakdowns and terms.
   • Identify potential project risks or challenges and incorporate effective solutions into estimates.
3. Collaboration and Communication
   • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary project details.
   • Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing for materials and services.
   • Communicate effectively with clients to clarify project requirements and address concerns, particularly regarding compliance with Title 24 energy standards.
4. Regulatory and Code Compliance
   • Stay updated on California and local city residential building codes, Title 24 energy efficiency regulations, and safety standards.
   • Ensure all estimates comply with state regulations, customer specifications, and energy efficiency requirements.
5. Cost Management and Analysis
   • Analyze historical project data to refine estimating methods and improve accuracy.
   • Provide value engineering recommendations to optimize costs without compromising quality, code, or Title 24 compliance.
6. Software and Tools
   • Utilize estimating software, such as Bluebeam, or similar platforms, to prepare bids.
   • Willingness to learn other software programs as needed.
   • Maintain a database of costs, materials, labor rates, and Title 24-specific requirements to support future estimates.

Qualifications:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience as an electrical & lighting estimator, focusing on residential projects with a comprehensive understanding of NEC in a residential capacity.

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