Estimator / Quotations Specialist - Waterworks

Ferguson; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ferguson is seeking an Estimator/Quotations Specialist for the Rio Grande Waterworks Team to develop quotations on waterworks projects, collaborate with branches and vendors, and ensure exceptional customer service. Experience with industrial and mechanical quotations and waterworks knowledge is highly valued, with strong time management.

Join a leading organization and grow within a team-focused environment that emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and delivering value to customers.

Qualifications

• Quoted data and pricing experience for construction projects.
• Experience reading blueprints, building plans, or drawings is preferred.
• Proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Applications.

Responsibilities

• Gather data for quotes, enter quotes, and contact vendors for pricing.
• Determine project scope, specifications, requirements, and perform calculations with partners/clients.
• Stay updated on products, trends, and market costs; follow up on quotes with vendors.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain timely pricing data and resolve pricing issues.
• Review specifications and drawings to assess cost-effectiveness and prepare bids.
• Maintain bid calendar and update Salesforce; develop product and customer knowledge.
• Assist Project Managers with project execution per established methodology.
• Develop and maintain relationships with major accounts/customers.

Skills

Quotations experience

Waterworks products

Planswift

Microsoft Office

Reading blueprints

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Tools

Planswift

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Job Posting

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Ferguson is currently seeking an Estimator / Quotations Specialist to join our Rio Grande Waterworks Team! As an Estimator / Quotations Specialist, you will help with the development of quotations on waterworks projects while establishing close relationships with the branches, vendor representatives, and ensuring outstanding customer service. If you have experience with industrial and mechanical quotations / estimating, knowledge of waterworks products, works well with a team and strong time management, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with an industry-leading organization!

Responsibilities

• Gather required data for quote preparation, data entry of new quotes, and contact vendors for job quotes
• Work directly with partners and clients to determine project scope, specifications, requirements, and perform calculations
• Keep current of new products, trends, market cost, and pricing
• Follow up on customer quotes and contacts vendors for material pricing
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure that pricing data is received in a timely manner
• Participate in the resolution of any and all pricing related issues
• Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts
• Assess cost-effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops
• Sends completed quotes to the FEI sales representative and/or customer, builder, or designer one day in advance of the identified due date
• Confer with owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Completes Project Work - using and maintaining a bid calendar and updating Salesforce
• Develop knowledge of the organization’s products, services, and customers by working closely with more experienced brand/product managers
• Recommend products and services that fit well with clients' business needs
• Assist Project Managers with execution of project in accordance with organization's project management methodology according to established project plan
• Identify, develop, and gather the resources to complete the project
• Establish, maintain, and develop effective sales relationships with major accounts/customers
• Participate in corporate-wide initiatives involving pricing functions, philosophies or processes
• Participates in associate meetings and communicates any concerns to management

Qualifications

• Construction-related quotations or estimating experience, required
• Experience with waterworks products, highly preferred
• Prior use of Planswift or similar estimating software, a plus
• Familiarity with customer quotations software highly preferred
• Strong proficiency with computer and software programs, including all Microsoft Applications, required
• Experience reading blueprints, building plans, or drawings, preferred
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and multitasking skills needed, including the ability to juggle multiple, urgent requests
• Self-starter, creative problem solver, and self-sufficient
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

Pay Range

Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience. $3,600.00 - $7,791.30 Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles. This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements. The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information