Quotations Manager - Waterworks

Ferguson Enterprises•Fargo, ND

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ferguson is hiring a Waterworks Quotations Manager to oversee quotation efforts and staff across four markets: Bismarck and Fargo, North Dakota, and Sioux Falls and Rapid City, South Dakota. The role may be based in Bismarck, Fargo, or Sioux Falls and follows a hybrid schedule requiring three days in the office and two days remote, in accordance with Ferguson’s Flex schedule. The manager develops project material estimates and performs material takeoffs as needed across multiple markets. The role works closely with sales teams, customers, vendors, engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors to prepare and follow up on quotations, assess costs, and coordinate changes. The manager also leads and develops associates, builds vendor relationships, and ensures work meets established safety standards. The position is bonus or incentive plan eligible. Ferguson offers benefits intended to support associates’ mental, physical, and financial well-being.

Requirements

At least 5 years of construction-related project management, project coordinator, quotations, or estimating experience is highly preferred.
Waterworks quotations or product knowledge is required.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and multitask, including handling multiple requests in a timely manner.
Self-starter with creative problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn and grow.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with people at multiple organizational levels.
Ability to function effectively in an autonomous setting.
Proven attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior use of PlanSwift, BidTracer, Salesforce, or similar estimating software is highly preferred.
Familiarity with customer quotation software such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and On Center is highly preferred.
Construction experience with water and sewer and storm drain materials is a significant plus.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment plants, booster pumps, or pump stations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee local quotation efforts and staff across the four markets of Bismarck, Fargo, Sioux Falls, and Rapid City.
Build project material estimates and perform material takeoffs as needed for multiple markets within the region.
Communicate daily with the sales team to generate feedback and follow up on the quotation process and products.
Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors about changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
Follow up on customer quotes and contact vendors for material pricing.
Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, and sample layouts, to build material cost estimates.
Assess the cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services and track actual costs relative to bids as projects develop.
Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop associates to ensure effective use of team resources and that work schedules and targets are met.
Provide direction and guidance to less experienced team members.
Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and suppliers to support coordination and exceptional service levels.
Perform work in accordance with established safety standards and adhere to safety policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
Represent the organization to customers, associates, and leadership as needed.