Plumbing Project Estimator

Ferguson; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

3 days in office

Job summary

Ferguson is seeking a Commercial Plumbing Quotations Developer to join our team in Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, or Newport News, VA. You will develop commercial plumbing quotations in various markets across the country, leveraging branch preferences, manufacturers, and profit margins.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. You will collaborate with vendors, manage time-sensitive quotes, maintain relationships, and follow established SOPs to complete quotation processes.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Typing speed 40+ WPM.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Comfort with multi-tasking and prioritization.
• Willingness to collaborate with quotations team and vendors.
• Willingness to learn and apply SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Develop quotations based on branch preferences, including manufacturers and profit margins.
• Identify materials to be quoted after training.
• Maintain customer and vendor relationships.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors.
• Work within a team to achieve goals.
• Organize inbound emails and attachments in project folders.
• Identify issues quickly and resolve with team input.
• Follow established SOPs to complete quotation processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing (40+ WPM)

Time management

Organization

Multi-tasking

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office 365 Suite

Teams

Outlook

Job description

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 a Commercial Plumbing Quotations Developer to join our team in our Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, and/or Newport News, VA locations. In this role you will develop commercial plumbing quotations in various markets throughout the country.

This role is approved to be a hybrid role based out of Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, or Newport News, VA locations, in accordance with the Ferguson Flex schedule; 3 days office / 2 days remote. Please see below requirements for more information on hybrid work possibilities.

Shift: No Nights and Weekends!

Responsibilities

• Develop quotations based on branch preferences, including manufacturers, profit margins, etc.
• After training, possess the ability to identify relevant materials to be quoted
• Maintain good customer and vendor relationships
• Interact/negotiate with vendors
• Work within a team setting to accomplish goals
• Organize and file inbound emails and attachments appropriately in project folders
• Identify business critical issues quickly and collaborate with team members to resolve
• Utilize and maintain established SOP's to complete quotation processes

Requirements

• Commercial Plumbing knowledge, quotation experience, and/or Inside Sales experience preferred, however we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to collaborate & support quotations associates and managers in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, especially Teams and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
• Strong computer and typing skills (40+ WPM)
• Ability to handle a highly deadline-driven environment
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable as this position often requires multi-tasking
• Ability to identify business critical issues quickly and navigate priorities based on last minute changes
• Must be well organized, detail-oriented and have excellent time-management skills
• Must display a high level of integrity and professionalism

Requirements for Hybrid Workers

• Candidates based in the general Raleigh, Nashville, or Newport News markets, we offer a hybrid schedule with time in the office for in person meetings, training, and/or collaboration. Hybrid candidates are expected in the office 3 days per week.
• Hybrid candidates must have high speed internet connection
• Future in-office requirements are TBD and are subject to change.

Location

The National Quotations department has offices in Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, and Newport News, VA and service the entire country. Ideally, we are looking for candidates within reasonable driving distance to work a hybrid/flexible schedule with time in the office for in person meetings, training and/or collaboration.

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

$15.00 - $27.50

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