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Technical Sales Manager

• Architectural Metal Panels
• Lead Complex Building Envelope Projects for

Architectural Systems Inc Job Overview:

Company:

Architectural Systems Inc

Salary/Pay Rate:

$90,000

• $115,000 per year plus Commission

Location:

Bonsall, California OR Carlsbad, Ca. (Hybrid)

Job/Employment Type:

Full Time

Project Scope:

Metal Panel Division, Exterior Facade Building Envelope Systems

Mandatory Licenses & Certifications:

None Required The Opportunity:

You will take complete commercial ownership of high-value architectural metal panel projects across Southern California, guiding them from lead qualification through final handover. This role positions you as the primary technical partner for architects and general contractors on complex facade designs. You will play a vital part in driving our sales pipeline, leveraging a modern CRM and AI-augmented workflow. How You Will Make an

Impact:

• Own the complete bidding process by validating specifications, identifying technical requirements, and delivering high-margin, accurate proposals.
• Manage and accelerate your assigned project pipeline from the initial bidding phase through the final PO/LOI stage.
• Apply the 3-Day/3-Bidder Rule to successfully qualify contractors and secure competitive vendor RFQ coverage.
• Provide deep technical consultation and value-engineering alternates to architects and general contractors during project development.
• Cultivate lasting commercial relationships with regional facade consultants, glazers, and general contractors to capture repeat business.
• Facilitate seamless project handovers to the operations team, ensuring all critical engineering and logistics criteria are fully documented.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial construction sales, estimating, or manufacturer's representation.
• Proven proficiency in reading and interpreting detailed architectural drawings, wall sections, and specifications.
• Demonstrated experience managing vendor RFQ processes and qualifying contractors in a competitive bidding environment.
• Strong technical understanding of commercial building envelope systems and general construction processes.
• Willingness to travel locally up to 20% of the time to support project walks and regional client consultations.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• 5 or more years of experience specializing within the commercial metal cladding or architectural metal panel industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Direct technical familiarity with CENTRIA products or other major building envelope manufacturer lines.
• Advanced knowledge of testing standards and regulatory compliance, including NFPA 285 and ASTM protocols.
• Hands-on experience using digital takeoff software and CRM databases li.

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