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Job type full-time
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Job description:
We realize that our greatest assets are our associates, which is why we’re dedicated to offering limitless opportunities for growth and advancementWe want to help you build a long-lasting career with fergusonTogether, we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nation’s infrastructure from the ground upJoin our team today.
Ferguson waterworks is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a quotations estimatorThis role is responsible for providing materials takeoffs and assisting with the development of quotes for underground utilities customers in the eastern washington geographical area.
This is a hybrid position where time is spent both working in the district (travel required) as well the potential work remotely from homeIt is strongly preferred that this position be based in spokane, wa or pasco, wa.
Responsibilities
Development of quotations from material takeoff from engineered plans
Effectively communicate with sales associates prebid to coordinate estimating gameplan
Establish close relationships with customers & vendors-representatives, and ensure outstanding customer service
Keep current of new products, trends, market costs, and 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
Capture required data for quote preparation
Download required specs, plans takeoff, etc.
Contacts branch quotations contact to maintain job win/loss record
Additional responsibilities, as assigned
Time management/flexible schedule to meet critical target deadlines which will vary seasonally
Qualifications
2+ years plan reading and material takeoff experience is required or related industry experience
Underground utility industry product knowledge and experience is preferred
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and contract documents
Prior experience using estimating software is preferred
Computer savvy including typing, navigating multiple software programs simultaneously and using ms office tools
Proven relationship building, customer service and interpersonal skills
Problem solving, leadership and listening skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to learn , beginner software programming preferred or computer gaming background
Organizational skills and attention to detail is required
Initial overnight travel required for training and onboarding process to portland, or and for ongoing training travel to both portland and seattle markets
Ferguson provides meaningful benefits programs and products to our associates and their families—geared toward benefits, wellness, financial protection, and retirement savingsFerguson offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal and holiday), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and much more!
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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 the requirements of 41 cfr 60-741.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.
Ferguson enterprises, llcIs an equal employment employer f/m/disability/vet/sexual orientation/gender identity.
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