Outside Sales - Project Consultant - Asphalt Maintenance Projects

About the role

Sunland Asphalt & Construction, Inc. is seeking a motivated individual to join our team. We are looking for someone who can build their career while contributing to our mission of being the best place to work.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities through cold calls, referrals, and trade associations.
• Develops and maintains strong, long-term relationships with customers, contractors, and industry partners.
• Identifies and recommends appropriate products/services the customer needs.
• Prepares and delivers accurate quotes, proposals, and product recommendations.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts throughout the duration of the relationship.
• Maintains ongoing open lines of communication with customers, communicating customer needs, project details, and timelines clearly to the production and operations teams.
• Assists with job set up, planning and execution, and attends pre-construction meetings with customers and production management.
• Maintains project progress to ensure customer expectations are met and any issues are promptly resolved.
• Conducts post-project follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction and encourage repeat business.
• Approves project invoices promptly and collects receivables, when needed, for completed jobs in accordance with company policies and practices.
• Maintains accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, proposals, and project details in CRM systems.
• Represents the company at trade shows, industry events, and other networking opportunities.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Proven experience in outside sales, account management, or a related field; experience in construction or pavement maintenance industries is a plus. Must possess strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Must possess business acumen, critical thinking, and resiliency in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently. Proficiency in Microsoft office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Skills

Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Business acumen, critical thinking, and resiliency in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently. Proficiency in Microsoft office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits including; Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability insurances. Award-winning peers and projects. Work/life balance and community involvement. Tuition reimbursement. Paid time off. 401(k) with employer match.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibility.

Physical Requirements and Demands

Work is generally performed in an office environment. Frequent local travel is required to meet with clients and spend most of the time working in the field.

Safety

This is considered a non-safety-sensitive position but is subject to the company's drug and alcohol policy, as well as all OSHA regulations. All employees must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required. This role is expected to comply with federal, state, and local laws, as well as the company's safety policies, enforce safe work practices, and proactively identify and remedy worksite hazards.