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Account Manager - Austin

Hays Electrical Services · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time

About the Role

The Account Manager is a territory owner responsible for driving revenue growth, managing a portfolio of commercial and industrial electrical service accounts, and leading a team of five to ten service technicians across an assigned Texas market. This is a dual-role position requiring both a skilled salesperson and an operationally sharp service leader. Account Managers are responsible for new business development, customer retention, field operations, and territory profitability — from first contact through invoice collection.

We are building out to twelve Account Managers across five Texas territories (three to four per territory minimum) with a goal to be fully staffed in all markets simultaneously. This is a ground-floor opportunity to own a territory and grow within a rapidly expanding electrical services organization.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

  • Prospect, qualify, and close new commercial and industrial electrical service accounts within assigned territory
  • Develop and execute a territory sales plan targeting manufacturing, food and beverage, aviation, and other industrial sectors
  • Conduct needs assessments, present service solutions, and negotiate contracts and pricing agreements
  • Maintain an active pipeline of leads and opportunities; manage forecasting through CRM
  • Attend industry events, trade shows, and association meetings to generate referrals and build market presence
  • Identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities within the existing customer base

Customer Relations & Account Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for all assigned accounts
  • Conduct regular on-site visits to maintain relationships and assess service performance
  • Resolve escalations, customer complaints, and service issues quickly and professionally
  • Negotiate contract renewals and service agreement expansions
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and proactively address any risk of churn

Field Operations & Team Leadership

  • Directly manage five to ten service technicians; oversee daily scheduling, dispatch, and workload allocation
  • Ensure all field work meets quality standards, safety requirements, and SLA commitments
  • Mentor, coach, and develop technicians; conduct performance reviews and set individual goals
  • Coordinate training, certifications, and compliance requirements for field staff
  • Collaborate with the AR department to ensure jobs are properly documented and billed

Financial Accountability & Revenue Management

  • Own territory revenue targets and maintain profitability at approved margins on all accounts and service work
  • Price jobs and contracts accurately; protect margin through disciplined quoting and scope management
  • Coordinate with Accounts Receivable to ensure invoices are accurate, submitted promptly, and collected on time
  • Monitor account payment status; actively follow up on outstanding balances and flag collection risks
  • Prepare and present monthly territory reports covering revenue, pipeline, and profitability performance

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum 5 years of sales and account management experience in electrical services, industrial services, or a closely related trade
  • Hands-on electrical experience required — must understand electrical systems, maintenance, and service delivery at a working level
  • Proven ability to manage and develop a field team of five or more technicians
  • Demonstrated sales track record: new business acquisition, contract renewals, and account growth
  • Experience managing profitability and pricing in a service business environment
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency with CRM software and field service management tools
  • Valid Texas driver’s license; willingness to travel throughout assigned territory regularly

Preferred

  • Existing book of business or established customer relationships in Houston, San Antonio, Austin, San Marcos, or DFW
  • Experience selling into or servicing manufacturing, food and beverage, or aviation facilities
  • Electrical contractor license or TDLR electrician license (Texas)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
  • Knowledge of NEC codes, OSHA electrical safety standards, and industrial electrical systems
  • Familiarity with service contract pricing, maintenance agreements, and labor rate structures

Target Industry Sectors

Account Managers will develop and manage accounts across all the following sectors within their assigned territory:

  • Manufacturing (general industrial, process, heavy equipment)
  • Food & Beverage (processing facilities, cold storage, distribution centers)
  • Aviation (airports, MRO facilities, hangars, FBOs)
  • Commercial & Industrial (office complexes, warehouses, data centers)
  • Other industrial sectors as identified within each territory

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure
  • Performance bonuses tied to territory revenue and profitability goals
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO policy
  • Ongoing technical and sales training
  • Clear growth path to Regional Manager as territories expand

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