Estimator​/Quotations Specialist - Waterworks

Estimator / Quotations Specialist

Ferguson is seeking an Estimator / Quotations Specialist to join our Waterworks team and provide key quoting support for waterworks projects.

• 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 contact 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
• Send completed quotes to the FEI 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
• Complete project work by using and maintaining a bid calendar and updating Salesforce
• 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 the organization’s project management methodology and established project plan
• Identify, develop, and gather 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
• Participate in associate meetings and communicate any concerns to management

• Construction‑related quotations or estimating experience (required)
• Experience with waterworks products (highly preferred)
• Prior use of Planswift or similar estimating software (a plus)
• Familiarity with customer quotation software (highly preferred)
• Strong proficiency with computer and software programs, including all Microsoft Applications (required)
• Experience reading blueprints, building plans, or drawings (preferred)
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and multitask with 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

• Pay Range: $2,921.40 – $8,621.80 per month (salaried) or hourly as applicable
• Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible
• Ferguson complies with all wage regulations; starting wage may be higher based on local or state wage requirements

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

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 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 is available upon request.