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Black & McDonald Limited Project Sales Representative in Vancouver, British Columbia
Black & McDonald's BC team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Project Sales Representative position is located in Vancouver, BC and reports directly to the Division Manager.
The Service Project Sales Representative will participate as a member of the Service Sales team to achieve department and project objectives. The position involves working on a full-range of mechanical service projects opportunities including: Plumbing, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Refrigeration, Building Automation Controls, and Industrial Gas in the commercial, retail, manufacturing and institutional markets. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Prepare estimates for our various service offerings and develop custom solutions adapted to our customers' needs
Prepare and present written proposals to customers
Manage customer accounts and visit potential and existing accounts to maintain and generate business
Develop and maintain professional relationships with major customers and prospects and focus business development efforts of the division towards areas of greatest opportunity
Liaise, consult and communicate with our business partners: suppliers, sub-contractors, utilities and inspectors
Support our service team and maintain strong communications with the technicians in the field
Arrange for the purchasing of materials as well as assist in the scheduling, planning and implementation of secured projects
Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above
Be accountable for the tracking of developed and potential opportunities within our sales tracking interface (SalesForce)
Maintain current industry knowledge and skills
Responsible for the promotion and adherence of Black & McDonald quality and safety policies
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork & Collaboration
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
A university degree or technical diploma in business, engineering or related field experience; an engineering degree would be preferred, though not required
Qualified tradesperson with several years' experience and previous estimating experience is acceptable
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
At least 5 years' experience in Commercial and Industrial mechanical systems, and/or in a technical occupation related to HVAC and/or Combustion
Building Automation controls experience is an asset
Previous experience within the service business would be considered an asset
Previous experience managing mechanical projects would be considered an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to explain technical concepts that a customer can clearly understand
Successful track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets, building a new book of business and growing a market
Strong understanding of HVAC and mechanical systems
Good understanding of project management including planning, scheduling and implementation
Self-motivated individual with a high degree of professionalism
Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision
Outgoing individual with strong customer service skills
Comfortable speaking in public with confidence
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
Working knowledge of Salesforce would be an asset
Willing and able to travel within the Greater Vancouver area for client site visits as required
Clean Class 5 BC Drivers' Licence and Drivers' Abstract
The expected salary range for this role is between $85,000-$100,000 per annum. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate's qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald's total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.
We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.