Sales Manager

How to apply: If you’re ready to grow with us and make an impact in our industry, send your resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include “Sales Manager” in the subject line. Or apply thru our website

Summary

Alexander & Bebout has been a trusted commercial design-build contractor serving Northwest Ohio and surrounding regions for more than 60 years. As a family‑owned company, we’re committed to building lasting relationships with our clients while delivering quality construction solutions through integrity, accountability, and teamwork. We believe our people are our greatest asset and are passionate about helping businesses and communities grow.

We are seeking an experienced, relationship‑driven Sales Manager to lead our business development efforts and drive sustainable growth. This individual will play a key role in identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, and guiding prospects through the early stages of the design‑build process.

Position Summary

The Sales Manager is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies that generate new business while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients, developers, architects, engineers, and community partners. This position works closely with our Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations teams to ensure a seamless transition from opportunity to project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve annual revenue and growth goals.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new commercial and industrial construction opportunities.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with owners, developers, municipalities, architects, engineers, and industry partners.
• Represent Alexander & Bebout at networking events, trade organizations, and community functions.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and project discovery discussions.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction to develop proposals, budgets, and conceptual project solutions.
• Maintain an active pipeline and provide accurate sales forecasting using CRM tools.
• Work with Marketing to support branding, campaigns, and lead generation initiatives.
• Ensure exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.

Experience and Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of sales or business development experience, preferably within commercial construction, design‑build, or related industries.
• Proven track record of generating new business and achieving sales goals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong relationship‑building and networking abilities.
• Ability to understand construction concepts, project delivery methods, and estimating processes.
• Self‑motivated with excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software.

Preferred Experience

• Commercial construction or design‑build sales.
• Knowledge of Northwest Ohio and Northeast Indiana commercial markets.
• Existing network of owners, developers, municipalities, architects, and engineers.

Salary and Benefits

Why Join Alexander & Bebout?

• Competitive salary range of $60,000 to $80,000 plus performance incentives.
• Company vehicle.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company participation.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative, family‑oriented culture built on integrity, accountability, and shared success.

If you are a Van Wert County native and move back to Van Wert County, you may be eligible for the Learn & Return student loan payment program.