Sales Project Manager - Waterworks

FERGUSON•Portland, OR

3d•$4,500 - $9,716•Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a Sales Project Manager for its Waterworks Division. The role provides administrative project support for regional water and wastewater treatment plant projects, with occasional on-site client visits. Daily work includes assisting with project scope, specifications, and requirements; monitoring progress; recommending products; ensuring on-time delivery; coordinating vendors; and helping ensure project goals are met. The position is described as a flexible, office-based opportunity for people with relevant construction or waterworks experience.

Requirements

At least 2 years of construction project management or project coordinator experience is preferred.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with construction industry products, including general construction, wastewater, or waterworks equipment.
At least 2 years of Waterworks experience.
Industrial or commercial plumbing experience is considered.
Familiarity with digital takeoff and estimating software such as PlanSwift or Bid Tracer is highly preferred.
Salesforce experience.

Responsibilities

Manage projects from start to finish, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
Recommend products and services suited to clients’ business needs.
Execute projects according to the organization’s project management methodology and established project plan.
Establish and maintain effective sales relationships with major accounts and customers.
Answer branch phone calls and provide a high level of customer service.
Coordinate vendors to integrate them into projects and ensure customers receive products on time and satisfactory service.
Monitor progress and performance against the project plan; resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
Work with partners and clients to determine project scope, specifications, and requirements, and perform calculations.
Conduct project meetings and prepare regular project status reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Allocate resources and assign tasks to help meet project targets.
Assist program and project managers to ensure projects are carried out according to plan.