Construction Sales Project Manager (Facade Services)

Western Specialty Contractors • Glendale Heights, IL

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About The Position

Western Specialty Contractors is hiring a Construction Sales Project Manager for its branch operations team. The role combines construction sales and project management, with a particular focus on developing business and delivering facade-related services such as concrete and masonry restoration and waterproofing. The position supports branch marketing and sales goals, develops relationships with customers and industry contacts, and guides projects from estimating and proposals through execution, billing, and customer follow-up.

The role involves performing takeoffs from blueprints and existing structures; preparing estimates, proposals, contracts, schedules, and project costing; supervising project deployment; and ensuring quality and timely execution. The manager also coordinates with superintendents and foremen, communicates project changes, maintains complete job files, supports billing and collections, and contributes to training and development of sales and field personnel. The position requires ongoing technical development and participation in industry organizations.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in commercial construction; concrete and masonry restoration experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry is beneficial.
• Strength in sales and project management; the employer especially emphasizes sales strength.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• Experience in concrete and masonry restoration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with branch marketing goals and achievement of sales goals.
• Perform takeoffs from blueprints and existing structures.
• Develop estimates, prepare client proposals, administer contracts, and develop project schedules and costing.
• Supervise projects and ensure quality control and timely execution.
• Prepare customer billings and assist with collection efforts.
• Develop business with architects, owners, engineers, general contractors, and other customers.
• Develop opportunities to sell Western’s concrete and masonry restoration, waterproofing, and other services.
• Implement branch marketing goals and action plans to educate new and existing customers about Western’s services.
• Build and maintain relationships with current and potential clients to market Western’s services and increase its customer base.
• Provide customer support throughout projects and maintain contact during and after completion.
• Accurately estimate and price work to maximize volume and profitability.
• Prepare client proposals and follow up to close sales.
• Coordinate with superintendents and foremen to meet customer requirements and timelines.
• Document, coordinate, and communicate project change orders to field personnel and customers.
• Ensure job files are maintained and complete.
• Assist in training and developing sales and field personnel.
• Maintain technical expertise by participating in relevant seminars and training programs.
• Develop internal and external branch relationships to contribute to operating effectiveness.
• Participate in industry-related organizations to build networks and develop work opportunities.

Benefits

• Employee ownership through the Company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Eligibility for the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program.
• Health coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Maternity leave.
• Additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED