Project Estimator

Our client is an award-winning independent wholesale supplier of plumbing, piping, HVAC, kitchen & bath products for trade, retail and commercial customers. They realize that their people are their greatest asset and can guarantee that you won't get lost in the shuffle.

The Commercial Project Manager is responsible for converting estimates into successful orders by negotiating final pricing with vendors and customers, then managing the complete order fulfillment process. This role bridges the gap between estimation and delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective project coordination, submittal management, logistics oversight, and technical support for commercial plumbing projects.

• Receive completed estimates from Estimators and develop final pricing strategies
• Negotiate best and final pricing with vendors and suppliers to maximize margins
• Work directly with customers to present quotes and negotiate terms to win orders
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and customers
• Identify and pursue opportunities to increase order value through upselling and cross-selling
• Manage complete order lifecycle from award through delivery and closeout
• Coordinate submittal packages and obtain customer approvals in timely manner
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure on-time completion
• Monitor project budgets and address any cost overruns or scope changes
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to schedule deliveries
• Resolve delivery issues and coordinate expedited shipments when necessary

• Serve as primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution
• Provide regular project status updates via phone and email
• Address customer inquiries and resolve concerns promptly
• Coordinate technical support with suppliers to resolve product issues
• Ensure customer satisfaction through proactive communication and problem-solving
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers
• Monitor vendor performance and address quality or delivery issues
• Coordinate with suppliers for product availability and lead times
• Manage backorders and communicate updates to customers
• Work with suppliers to obtain technical documentation and specifications

• Maintain accurate records of all negotiations, orders, and project communications
• Track project metrics and prepare status reports for management
• Document lessons learned and contributed to process improvement initiatives

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, construction management, supply chain, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, preferably in plumbing, construction, or wholesale distribution
• Strong working knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, and commercial construction processes
• Knowledge of HVAC systems is a plus
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills with ability to influence vendors and customers
• Strong customer service orientation with proven problem-solving abilities
• Experience with CRM systems such as  preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment