HVAC Project Estimator
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, a Fortune 500 company, provides best-in-class products, service, and capabilities across Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks, and Residential Digital Commerce. With 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.
About the role
This position is for a Commercial/Multi-Family HVAC Project Estimator, available in Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, and/or Newport News, VA. In this role, you will develop commercial plumbing quotes and support sales teams across various markets. This is a hybrid role with a Ferguson Flex schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
Responsibilities
- Develop quotations based on branch preferences, including manufacturers and profit margins
- After training, identify relevant materials to be quoted
- Maintain good customer and vendor relationships
- Interact and negotiate with vendors
- Work within a team setting to accomplish goals
- Organize and file inbound emails and attachments appropriately in project folders
- Identify business-critical issues quickly and collaborate with team members to resolve
- Utilize and maintain established SOPs to complete quotation processes
Requirements
- Commercial/multi-family HVAC knowledge, quotation experience, and/or Inside Sales experience preferred (willing to train the right candidate)
- Ability to collaborate and support quotations associates and managers in a team-oriented environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, especially Teams and Outlook
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
- Strong computer and typing skills (40+ WPM)
- Ability to handle a highly deadline-driven environment
- Flexibility and adaptability, as this position often requires multitasking
- Ability to identify business-critical issues quickly and navigate priorities based on last-minute changes
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and excellent time-management skills
- High level of integrity and professionalism
Requirements for Hybrid Workers
- Candidates must be based in the general Raleigh, Nashville, or Newport News markets
- Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week in the office for in-person meetings, training, and/or collaboration
- High-speed internet connection required
Location
The National Quotations department has offices in Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, and Newport News, VA, and services the entire country. Candidates should be within reasonable driving distance to work a hybrid/flexible schedule.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Mental health coverage
- Gender-affirming and family-building benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Associate discounts
- Community involvement opportunities
Pay
Pay range: $15.00 - $27.50 per hour or monthly for salaried roles. This role is bonus or incentive plan eligible. Starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
Schedule
No nights or weekends. Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.