Sales Representative / Estimator

Sales Representative / Estimator Build & Paint Portland Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $100,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Sales Phone communication Outdoor work English Driver's License Bachelor's degree Client interaction via phone calls Full Job Description Sales Representative / Estimator Build & Paint Portland is a residential painting and renovation company specializing in interior/exterior painting and related carpentry. We are a growing company with opportunities for advancement. We are currently seeking an experienced sales representative / estimator. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate is experienced in home-services sales, organized, self-driven, and comfortable working directly with homeowners in a fast-paced environment. This position has excellent money-making potential and long-term career possibilities. Build & Paint Portland offers a top-notch training program, established lead pipeline and a fully integrated, estimating software. We're looking to hire immediately!

Responsibilities:

• Meets annual sales and profit goals
• Develops new business; establishes and maintains relationships with designers, builders, real estate agents, property managers and other partners to broaden customer base and secure new work
• Travels to appointments with pre-qualified potential customers; soft-sells services using company strategies
• Creates take-offs from project blueprints for new construction projects
• Creates accurate estimates using estimating software and follows up on all estimates in a timely manner
• Tracks new business development, estimates, and sales and submits monthly summary reports
• Analyzes estimated hours/materials versus actual hours/materials to improve estimate accuracy
• Collaborates with crews and project manager prior to project start to transition into project implementation
• Participates in weekly check-in meeting and a monthly goal setting review meeting with sales manager
• Provides input to management on estimating assumptions, technology, and observations from the field
• Engages in research and training to increase knowledge of residential painting and carpentry
• Participates in trade meetings and marketing events
• Models a positive, productive, and supportive workplace culture
• Performs related duties to support company success

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent sales skills and the ability to close sales and meet sales goals
• Top-notch communication, active listening, and writing skills to translate customer needs into a scope of work
• Growth orientation - adept at learning new techniques and skillsets
• Broad set of computer skills including experience with Word and Excel (or similar), Internet/AI research, and ability to learn estimating software
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills needed to connect with potential customers
• Knowledge of the painting process and home remodeling
• Strong analytical skills to refine estimating tools and resources

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of sales experience, preferably in home services
• Knowledge of residential home improvement service industries
• Ability to work independently from a home office to create estimates and interact with potential customers by phone and email.
• Ability to speak and read in English and communicate effectively with others
• Valid driver's license with reliable, insured personal vehicle Physical Demands /

Work Environment:

• Physical ability to sit at a computer workstation or in a vehicle for long periods of time
• Physical ability to navigate uneven terrain and hazards at construction sites and residential properties; ability to work in mixed weather including cold, hot, and rainy conditions
• Ability to drive throughout the Portland Metro area most often during daylight hours

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20 per hour base pay plus 4% commission on company provided leads and 5% commission on personally generated leads. Benefits include company-provided branded clothing, paid training, paid time off, and paid holidays. Employer participates in the Oregon Saves retirement program and pays 50% of medical, dental, and vision insurance. To learn more about the company, visit our website at www.buildandpaintportland.com. To apply, upload a cover letter and resume.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

On the road