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Sales Project Manager - Waterworks

Ferguson logoFerguson$22.50–$48.65/hrSalem, OR, United StatesFull-timeListed 3d ago

Taken at the midpoint of its range, $73,996/yr, this role pays less than the middle Account Executive opening on the board today ($125k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $82.1k–$315k/yr.

The posting

Job Posting

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, 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 a Sales Project Manager for our Waterworks Division! In this role, you will be responsible for providing administrative project support for water and wastewater treatment plants in the region, with occasional on-site client visits. Daily activities include assisting with project scope, specs, and requirements, monitoring project progress, recommending products and ensuring on-time delivery, vendor coordination, and ensuring goals are met.

Do you have prior experience leading construction projects, working with water, wastewater, waterworks, or commercial plumbing products, or have worked as a project engineer or construction project coordinator? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to transition your expertise into a flexible, office-based role that offers more work-life balance!

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of a project, from start to finish, so that it is completed on time and within budget
  • Recommend products and services that fit well with clients' business needs
  • Run execution of project in accordance with organization's project management methodology according to established project plan
  • Establish and maintain effective sales relationships with major accounts/customers
  • Regularly answer branch phone calls providing a high level of service to customers
  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure they are integrated into the project and that the customer receives products on-time and satisfactory standards of service
  • Supervise progress and performance against the project plan; take action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays
  • Work directly with partners and clients to determine project scope, specifications, requirements, and perform calculations
  • Conduct project meetings and prepare regular reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team
  • Allocate resources and assign tasks to ensure these targets are met
  • Provide assistance to program/project managers to ensure projects are carried out according to plan

Qualifications

  • Prior experience with construction industry products, including general construction, wastewater, or waterworks equipment, preferred
  • 2+ years experience prior Construction Project Management or Project Coordinator experience, preferred
  • 2+ years of Waterworks experience preferred
  • Applicants with industrial or commercial plumbing experience considered
  • Familiarly with digital takeoff and estimating software such as PlanSwift or Bid Tracer highly preferred
  • Advanced computer skills, including a strong command of various software applications including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies
  • Salesforce experience preferred

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range

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$22.50 - $48.65

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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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, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information

Taken from Ferguson's own posting, last seen live on 2 Nov 2026.

About Ferguson

Plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, fire protection and industrial pipe, valves and fittings, sold through about 1,700 branches, showrooms and its website to contractors, water utilities, builders, facility managers and homeowners.

Pay schedule: Ferguson pays counter and inside sellers by the hour with bonus or incentive plan eligibility and outside reps a base plus uncapped commission with a fuel card, auto allowance and expense card, and lists medical, dental and vision cover, a 401(k) match and paid parental leave.

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