Sales Account Manager- Construction

Control Systems, Inc•San Antonio, TX

19d•$60,000 - $300,000

About The Position

CSI is seeking an enthusiastic Sales Account Manager to focus on new construction sales and develop strong relationships with electrical and general contractors. The role involves prospecting and cultivating new relationships, understanding client needs, and securing sales opportunities. The position works with partners across a range of vertical markets and collaborates with operations personnel on growth, development, sales, and marketing strategies. The posted annual salary range is USD $60,000 to USD $300,000 and includes potential commissions earned on sales.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or engineering preferred, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in the fire life safety, electronics, general construction, or electrical construction industry.
Ability to quickly identify and qualify opportunities.
High degree of self-discipline and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Excellent communication skills, using tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers.
Experience working with electrical contractors, general contractors, consultants, engineers, or end users.
Ability to read construction blueprints and wiring diagrams.
Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, success-driven, with strong organizational and negotiating skills.
Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Must meet requirements in relation to background and driving record.
Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 3–5 years of successful sales experience in the fire life safety, electronics, general construction, or electrical construction industry.
Knowledge of Fire Alarm, Security, Nurse Call, Special Hazards Suppression Systems, or other related low-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

Prospect and cultivate new relationships, identifying and educating prospective customers about CSI's products and services.
Collaborate with premier partners in vertical markets, including transportation, global and enterprise accounts, utilities, financial and banking, healthcare, datacenters, federal, state, and local governments, and K-12 and higher education.
Develop business opportunities by conducting needs assessments and writing proposals for system installation and service opportunities.
Build market awareness through networking, presentations, event attendance, and industry associations.
Partner with operations personnel to execute growth, development, sales, and marketing strategies.

Benefits

Unlimited growth opportunity, with potential avenues for advancement and promotion.
401(k) plan with matching contributions.
8 paid holidays and 10 PTO days, with PTO increasing over time as employees advance.
Reduced-cost medical insurance, dental coverage, and vision coverage.
Flexible Spending Account.
Short-Term Disability.
Life Insurance and AD&D.
Critical Illness and Accident Coverage.
Weekly paychecks every Friday.
Employee appreciation lunches, holiday celebrations, department activities, and outings.
Employee Assistance Program with access to more than 10,000 providers offering face-to-face or telehealth counseling.
Pet insurance.