Project Manager, quotations rep

Bettina Lucivero

Island Park, NY ***** *******.********@*****.*** 516-***-****

Professional Summary

Results-driven Quotations Specialist and Project Manager with extensive experience in commercial lighting and electrical supply. Proven ability to manage end-to-end project lifecycles, including quotations, procurement, contract negotiation, submittals, change orders, and job site coordination. Adept at vendor relations, technical assistance, and cost analysis to ensure project profitability. Recognized for strategic problem-solving, client service excellence, and meticulous attention to detail in handling large-scale lighting and electrical projects.

Core Competencies

Lighting & Electrical Quotations

Vendor & Supplier Negotiation

Project Buyout & Procurement

Submittals & Change Orders

Blueprint & Take-Off Analysis

Customer & Technical Support

Job Site Coordination & Meetings

Budgeting & Cost Control

Purchase Order Management

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Key Achievements

Successfully managed multi-million-dollar commercial lighting projects, ensuring on-time material procurement and cost efficiency.

Led aggressive bidding strategies, increasing competitive win rates by 20% for electrical supply quotations.

Spearheaded process improvements that reduced purchase order processing time by 30%, optimizing efficiency.

Collaborated with architects, contractors, and electricians to troubleshoot technical issues, ensuring seamless project execution.

Enhanced vendor relationships, securing exclusive pricing agreements that resulted in 15% cost savings.

Professional Experience

Quotations Representative Michaels Electric Supply Corp Lynbrook, NY Jan 2024 – Aug 2024

Created and managed competitive pricing proposals for commercial lighting bids.

Conducted lighting take-offs to ensure accurate quotations.

Provided technical product guidance to clients and resolved inquiries efficiently.

Project Coordinator / Administrative Assistant Barad Audio Video Hicksville, NY Jan 2007 – Nov 2019

Managed high-end Audio/Video installations, overseeing end-to-end project coordination.

Scheduled and dispatched installation technicians, ensuring timely project completion.

Developed and maintained project files, work orders, and spreadsheets for accurate documentation.

Provided customer support and technical assistance to clients, enhancing satisfaction.

Quotations Representative Gaffney-Kroese Electric Supply Westbury, NY Aug 2004 – Nov 2006

Created pricing proposals for export lighting projects, ensuring cost competitiveness.

Managed buyout projects, overseeing supplier negotiations and procurement.

Purchased all required lighting materials and facilitated smooth project execution.

Provided technical support to customers, ensuring optimal product selection.

Lighting Support Manager Levitan Robbins / Cooper Electric Supply New York, NY Oct 2002 – May 2004

Developed aggressive bid strategies, increasing contract acquisition.

Managed procurement, purchasing all lighting materials for large-scale projects.

Served as a technical liaison, assisting clients in selecting the right lighting solutions.

Lighting Project Manager Benfield Electric Supply Hicksville, NY Apr 1997 – Sep 2002

Spearheaded end-to-end project management for commercial lighting contracts.

Negotiated vendor pricing, achieving an average 10% cost reduction.

Led coordination between architects, electricians, and contractors, ensuring compliance.

Lighting Project Manager Light Options New York, NY Jul 1995 – Mar 1997

Managed national account projects, ensuring lighting installations met specifications.

Reviewed blueprints and take-offs, identifying potential discrepancies and resolving them proactively.

Customer Service Representative Linear Lighting Corp Long Island City, NY Mar 1990 – Jun 1995

Led quotation processes for over 45 sales agencies nationwide.

Assisted sales managers with corporate sales strategies and product training.

Provided technical support and administrative assistance, optimizing internal operations.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business Management LaGuardia Community College Long Island City, NY

Technical Skills

Microsoft Outlook & Excel

Lighting Take-Offs & Blueprints

Purchase Order & Inventory Management

CRM & ERP Systems

Vendor & Supplier Relations

Job Site & Installation Coordination

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