Special Hazards Construction Sales Representative

J. F. Ahern Co.•Appleton, WI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role can be based out of our Fond du Lac, Appleton or Stevens Point, WI office. This is a great opportunity to showcase your sales skills while playing a key role in acquiring profitable special hazards work for the company by working with customers and other internal sales members. You will review bid requests and gather drawings/specs, build estimates, and prepare proposals. You will be responsible for providing timely and accurate estimates within the specifications and customer requirements of each project. The Sales Representative is a technical expert and is, therefore, a key participant in bid/no bid decisions, in partnership with management.

Requirements

Associate Degree, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience, working in the Special Hazards product line.
Prior experience estimating in a construction environment is highly desirable.
Experience may have been attained through other related roles such as design, project management, or sales.
Strong mathematical aptitude is essential.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment.
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Maintaining cutting-edge industry knowledge.
Ability to execute tasks with a great amount of detail.

Responsibilities

Acquire profitable special hazards work for the company by working with customers and other internal sales members.
Review bid requests and gather drawings/specs.
Build estimates and prepare proposals.
Provide timely and accurate estimates within the specifications and customer requirements of each project.
Participate in bid/no bid decisions in partnership with management.