Quotations Manager - Waterworks

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; Fargo, Bismarck, Sioux Falls (ND, ND, SD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Mental health coverage

Gender affirming benefits

Family building benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is seeking a Waterworks Quotations Manager in the Fargo, ND area with flexibility for Bismarck, ND or Sioux Falls, SD. The role blends in-office and remote work with a 3/2 hybrid schedule and a focus on managing quotations across four markets.

You will lead a team, develop cost estimates, interact with sales, engineers, and customers, and optimize procurement processes while ensuring safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction related project management, project coordinator, quotations, or estimating experience, highly preferred.
• Waterworks quotations or product knowledge is required.
• Prior use of PlanSwift, BidTracer, Salesforce, or similar estimating software, highly preferred.
• Familiarity with customer quotations software, such as Planswift, Blubeam, and On Center are highly preferred.
• Construction experience with water & sewer and storm drain materials, a huge plus.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plants, booster pumps, pump stations, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee local quotation efforts and staff across multiple markets.
• Build material estimates and perform takeoffs for various projects.
• Communicate with sales to gather feedback and drive quotes.
• Coordinate with engineers and owners on cost estimate changes.
• Lead and develop the quotations team to meet targets.

Skills

Construction project management

Quotations management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

PlanSwift

BidTracer

Salesforce

Planswift

Bluebeam

On Center

Job description

Quotations Manager - Waterworks### Quotations Manager - WaterworksApply: Fargo, ND: Sioux Falls, SD: Bismarck, ND: Full time: Posted Today: R-141687**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 the right individual to fill an immediate need for a **Waterworks Quotations Manager**. This is a hybrid role that can be based out of any of our 3 markets that include (Bismarck, ND, Fargo, ND, or Sioux Falls, SD). An in-office presence in accordance with Ferguson's Flex schedule; 3 days office / 2 days remote will be necessary. ## **Responsibilities:** * Manage and oversee local quotation efforts and staff across our 4 markets that include Bismarck and Fargo, ND and Sioux Falls and Rapid City, SD.* Builds project material estimates and performs material takeoffs as needed for multiple markets within the region.* Daily communication with sales team to generate feedback and follow up of quotations process and product* Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates* Follow up on customer quotes and contacts vendors for material pricing* Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts to build material cost estimates* Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops* Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop a team of associates to ensure the team's resources are used effectively and work schedules and targets are met* Provide direction and guidance to less experienced team members* Develops and maintains relationships with key vendors and suppliers to ensure coordination and exceptional service levels* Performs all work in accordance with established safety standards and adheres to all safety policies, rules, regulations and procedures* Represent the organization to customers, associates and leadership as needed ## **Qualifications:** * 5+ years of construction related project management, project coordinator, quotations, or estimating experience, highly preferred* Waterworks quotations or product knowledge is required* Prior use of PlanSwift, BidTracer, Salesforce, or similar estimating software, highly preferred* Familiarity with customer quotations software, such as Planswift, Blubeam, and On Center are highly preferred* Construction experience with water & sewer and storm drain materials, a huge plus* Knowledge of wastewater treatment plants, booster pumps, pump stations, a plus* Ability to be flexible, adaptable and multitasking skills needed, including the ability to juggle multiple requests in a timely manner* Self-starter, creative problem solver, and eagerness to learn and grow* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with people at multiple levels of the organization* Ability to function effectively in an autonomous setting* Proven attention to detail coupled with organizational skills 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:**-$4,916.70 - $11,275.00-***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