What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Estimator position at Kirby Risk Corporation?
Electrical Project Estimator
Indianapolis, IN
Are you a detail-oriented professional skilled in blueprint reading, takeoffs, and electrical project estimation?
Do you thrive on accuracy, organization, and building trusted relationships with customers and vendors?
If so, we want you on our team.
At Kirby Risk Electrical Supply, our Project Estimators play a key role in supporting electrical contractors and driving project success. You’ll use your technical expertise and industry knowledge to deliver accurate, competitive bids—while providing exceptional service that strengthens customer relationships and drives business growth.
What You’ll Do as a Project Estimator
In this role, you’ll manage multiple bids and project opportunities, working closely with customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely, accurate estimates.
You’ll:
- Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and drawings to create accurate takeoffs and estimates.
- Manage and monitor multiple bid lists, emails, and customer opportunities.
- Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing and product information.
- Organize and maintain project folders, documents, and drawings.
- Cross-sell and up-sell electrical products and solutions when appropriate.
- Provide technical knowledge of power distribution equipment.
- Meet bid timelines and contractor deadlines with precision.
- Collaborate across departments to ensure exceptional project execution and customer satisfaction.
What Makes You a Great Fit
- College coursework and/or 4 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of electrical product or project estimating experience.
- Strong understanding of electrical construction basics and product applications.
- Proven ability to read blueprints, specifications, product catalogs, and price sheets.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Outlook, OneDrive), Adobe Pro X, and/or Revu Bluebeam.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Established relationships with lighting representative agencies preferred.
What to Expect in This Role
- Full-time position, Monday–Friday, standard business hours.
- Primarily office-based with collaboration across departments and with vendors.
- Opportunities for long-term career growth and skill development within the electrical industry.
Why Kirby Risk?
Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged, and caring people who treat one another—and our customers—with respect and urgency.
When you join Kirby Risk, you’re not just taking a job—you’re building a career in an organization that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Benefits That Work for You
We offer a complete benefits package designed to support your health, career, and future:
- Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition reimbursement & on-the-job training
- 401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Ready to Build Your Future?
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please get to know us at www.kirbyrisk.com. or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirby-risk/
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