Commercial / PVF Project Manager

FERGUSON • Upper Marlboro, MD

4d • $5,525 - $8,825 • Remote

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a PVF (Pipes, Valves, and Fittings) Project Manager to join their team. This remote role will support the DC Metro market and requires the candidate to be in the EST time zone, preferably within commuting distance of DC Metro locations. As a PVF Specialist, you will be responsible for developing deep product knowledge, engaging with clients to understand their needs and offer tailored solutions, providing technical support, and contributing to sales growth. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company founded in 1953, is a leading value-added distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves, and fittings in the U.S. With approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations, Ferguson aims to make customers' complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable.

Requirements

• 7+ years of proven experience in pipe, valves and fittings is preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, however, equivalent experience in pipe valves and fittings will be considered
• Industry and product knowledge preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)
• Must be in the EST time zone, preferably within easy commuting distance of locations in the DC Metro market

Nice To Haves

• Product Expertise: Developing a deep knowledge of our PVF product line, including pipes, valves, fittings, and related components, to provide expert advice to customers.
• Customer Engagement: Collaborating with clients to understand their specific PVF needs, offering tailored solutions, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and support.
• Technical Support: Providing technical guidance to customers, including product specifications, installation instructions, and troubleshooting assistance.
• Sales Growth: Actively contributing to sales growth by identifying opportunities, upselling products, and participating in business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of a project, from start to finish, so that it is completed on time and within budget
• Recommend products and services that fit well with clients' business needs
• Lead execution of project in accordance with organization's project management methodology according to established project plan
• Establish and maintain effective sales relationships with major accounts/customers
• Coordinate the activities of outside contractors to ensure they are integrated into the project and that the organization receives satisfactory standards of service
• Supervise progress and performance against the project plan; take action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays
• Work directly with partners and clients to determine project scope, specifications, requirements, and perform calculations
• Conduct project meetings and prepare regular reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team
• Prioritize resources and assign tasks to ensure these targets are met
• Provide a high level of assistance to program/project managers to ensure projects are carried out according to plan

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match
• mental health coverage
• gender affirming and family building benefits
• paid parental leave
• associate discounts
• community involvement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree