Billy Smith
Stevensville
Summary
Estimator and Project Manager with extensive experience in commercial electrical construction, controls integration, residential service work, and field operations. Dedicated and growth-driven professional with a strong background in estimating, manpower planning, project coordination, and supporting field teams across the MD/DC/VA region. Known for reliable work habits, clear communication, and practical problem-solving developed through over 15 years in the electrical industry.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Estimator / Project Manager
E.C. Ernst
01.2025 - Current
- Serve as an Estimator and Project Manager supporting commercial electrical and controls projects throughout the region.
- - Prepare estimates, review drawings/specs, coordinate vendor pricing, support bid strategy.
- - Manage scheduling, procurement, documentation, and coordination with project teams.
- - Assist field teams with troubleshooting, NEC guidance, and layout questions.
- - Experience includes chillers, feeders, heat trace, warehouse power, panels, lighting, BAS wiring, low-voltage pathways, WAP support, tenant improvements, industrial installations.
Estimator / Project Manager
Milliamp Company
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Founded and managed a residential, commercial, and controls-focused electrical contracting company.
- - Estimated projects up to $150,000; managed T&M;, cost-plus, and fixed-price proposals.
- - Managed project scheduling, inspections, documentation, scopes, RFIs, and change orders.
- - Oversaw manpower planning, invoicing, AR, permitting, compliance, SOP development, budgeting.
- - Technical experience includes residential service upgrades, panels, commercial feeders, BAS networks, restoration work.
Electrician (Licensed MD Journeyman)
E.C. Ernst Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2016
- - Installed and terminated feeders, switchgear, transformers, and industrial power equipment.
- - Completed commercial tenant fit-outs including lighting, branch power, and equipment wiring.
- - Installed controls wiring and mechanical power feeds; supported layout and troubleshooting.
Electrician
Cherry Lane Electric
01.2011 - 01.2012
- - Installed the fire alarm system for a 13-story high-rise including conduit routing and device circuits.
- - Installed commercial lighting, branch power, and equipment wiring.
Electrician
PCM Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
- - Supported commercial service work, lighting upgrades, and tenant improvements.
Controls Technician
Capron Company
01.2010 - 01.2011
- - Installed BAS/HVAC controls, sensors, relays, communication wiring; assisted layout/troubleshooting.
Apprentice Electrician (3rd Year)
J.E. Richards
01.2010 - 01.2011
- - Installed tenant fire alarm systems, commercial lighting, and fit-out electrical work.
Apprentice Electrician (2nd Year)
Dynalectric Company
01.2008 - 01.2009
- - Worked on industrial power systems, power plants, and ground-up data center construction.
- - Installed feeders, grounding, conduit, and cable tray systems.
Apprentice Electrician
E.C. Ernst
01.2007 - 01.2008
- - Installed conduit, lighting, devices, and branch circuits in commercial environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglas High School
Upper Marlboro, MD06-2007
No Degree - Electrician
NJATC Joint Apprenticeship
Lanham, MD06-2015
Skills
- Electrical Estimating
- Commercial & Industrial Installations
- BAS / HVAC Controls
- Low Voltage/Data
- Blueprint Interpretation
- NEC Application
- Vendor Coordination
- Project Documentation
Certification
- Licensed MD Masters Electrician
- Licensed DC Masters Electrician
- Licensed VA Masters Electrician
Timeline
Estimator / Project Manager
E.C. Ernst
01.2025 - Current
Estimator / Project Manager
Milliamp Company
01.2014 - 01.2025
Electrician (Licensed MD Journeyman)
E.C. Ernst Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2016
Electrician
Cherry Lane Electric
01.2011 - 01.2012
Electrician
PCM Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
Controls Technician
Capron Company
01.2010 - 01.2011
Apprentice Electrician (3rd Year)
J.E. Richards
01.2010 - 01.2011
Apprentice Electrician (2nd Year)
Dynalectric Company
01.2008 - 01.2009
Apprentice Electrician
E.C. Ernst
01.2007 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglas High School
No Degree - Electrician
NJATC Joint Apprenticeship
CORE STRENGTHS
- Commercial Electrical Estimating
- Project Management & Coordination
- BAS / HVAC Controls Integration
- Manpower Planning & Scheduling
- Job Costing & Budget Support
- NEC Interpretation
- Vendor/Subcontractor Coordination
- Documentation (RFIs, Submittals, Closeout)
- Residential & Commercial Service
- Customer Communication