Specialty HVAC Quotations Specialist

Ferguson•Chantilly, VA

35d

About The Position

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 Multifamily HVAC Quotations Specialist! As a Quotations Specialist, you will help with the development of quotations on light commercial HVAC replacement requests and projects while establishing close relationships with the branches, outside sales associates, vendor representatives, and ensuring outstanding customer service. This role focuses on supporting customers in the Maryland, DC Metro and Southern Virginia territories. If you have experience with light commercial unitary HVAC, ductless, water source heat and any other specialty HVAC Product, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with an industry-leading organization!

Requirements

2+ years of construction-related quotations or estimating experience, required
Strong proficiency with computer and software programs, including all Microsoft Applications, required
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and multitasking skills needed, including the ability to juggle multiple, urgent requests
Self-starter, creative problem solver, and self-sufficient
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language

Nice To Haves

Experience reading blueprints, building plans, or drawings, preferred

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 and requirements,
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
Assess cost-effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops
Sends completed quotes to the FEI sales representative and/or customer.
Confer with owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
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
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