Construction Sales Representative- Controls

J. F. Ahern Co. • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

Looking for a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and gives you the tools to thrive? With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Sales Representative- Controls located in Milwaukee, WI.  How you will contribute: Bring your strong technical knowledge of energy management or HVAC control systems! The primary role of this position is promoting and driving owner direct controls project work, owner-direct projects and plan-and-spec estimates.  Employ persuasion and negotiation skills to introduce a customer to Ahern’s portfolio of service and construction offerings.  This position requires contact with existing and potential customers by scheduling calls and following up on leads and increasing sales. The candidate will be able to utilize internal resources to execute service and project work while growing the controls business in the Southern Wisconsin region.  Anticipating customers’ needs and successfully advancing a sales strategy that meets client’s expectations while continuing to develop and maintain positive, ongoing, customer relationships is required.

Requirements

• Self-motivated individual who enjoys building customer relationships and focusing on business growth.
• Experience working with building automation related or energy management offerings, preferably some of which would be from a sales role.
• Results driven
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proven leadership abilities
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, quality in business, and the ability to influence the market at key levels is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Promoting and driving owner direct controls project work, owner-direct projects and plan-and-spec estimates.
• Employ persuasion and negotiation skills to introduce a customer to Ahern’s portfolio of service and construction offerings.
• Contact with existing and potential customers by scheduling calls and following up on leads and increasing sales.
• Utilize internal resources to execute service and project work while growing the controls business in the Southern Wisconsin region.
• Anticipating customers’ needs and successfully advancing a sales strategy that meets client’s expectations while continuing to develop and maintain positive, ongoing, customer relationships.

Benefits

• Top-Tier Benefits: Our 401(k) match and health benefits rank in the top 20% nationwide
• Incentives: A significant portion of our profits is shared with employees through bonus programs
• Generous PTO with the opportunity to buy additional time off
• Paid Parental Leave: Supporting you at every life stage with paid maternity and paternity leave
• Mental Health Resources: Free, full-service mental health care for you and your family
• Wellness Programs: Access on-site fitness centers, personal development funds, and more
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of education assistance, training programs, and development opportunities to advance your career
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid and flexible schedules to fit your needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees