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Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. Waterworks Estimator / Quotations Specialist in Meridian, Idaho

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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 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 Specialist! This role is responsible for the development of quotations on waterworks projects while establishing close relationships with the branches, vendor representatives, and ensuring outstanding customer service. If you have a background in construction estimating, are goal-oriented, have strong communication and follow-up skills, and enjoy building relationships and a team atmosphere, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with an industry-leading organization!

The ideal candidate can be based out of our Idaho Falls, Meridian or Twin Falls Branch locations.

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 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 Smartsheet and/or BidTracer to update Summary and Tracker and manage orders

  • 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

  • 2+ years of construction related project management, project coordinator, quotations, or estimating experience, preferred

  • Waterworks quotations or product knowledge is highly preferred

  • 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

  • Computer savvy including typing, navigating multiple software programs simultaneously and using MS Office tools

  • 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

The budget for this role begins at $56,184 + per year

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!

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Pay Range:

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$2,921.40 - $6,443.80

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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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 (https://www.ferguson.com/content/careers/reasonable-accommodation)

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