Sales Rep

Sales PositionThe Sales position actively maintains and expands relationships with current and potential customers in the region. The position will be actively pursuing new business opportunities, and will need to be located in the Central Illinois area in order to perform sales calls regularly. This position will also focus on both public and private projects for commercial/industrial clients as well as General Contractors/Mechanical contractors.Position OverviewIdentify and pursue new business development opportunities including maintaining positive client relationships to leverage future repeat businessPrepare full cost estimates including quantity take-offs and pricingParticipate in bid solicitation, bid package preparation and analysisAssist in preparation of general contract and subcontract administrationAbility to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedulesFacilitate the RFI processAbility to understand and solve complex challenges to present alternative solutionsOther duties and responsibilities as assignedQualifications1-2 years' experience in commercial construction or petroleum industry preferredPrior conceptual estimating and bidding experience is preferredDemonstrated leadership and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skills - both written and verbalKey success factors include passion for the industry, self-motivated, strong work ethic, time management, organized, detail-oriented and creative