Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer

Overview:

This position is responsible for building general contractor and owner direct customer relationships and pursuing new project opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage customer quote requests and develop relationships

• Determines bidding priorities, understands capture rates and margin opportunities

• Ability to determine the most economical way to provide customer with code compliant and economical service

• Accuracy of estimate:

• Quoting per project specifications, including: special equipment/material, subcontractor needs and rental pricing

• Accuracy of proposal:

• Matching bid document requirements, proposal is clear and concise with no grammatical errors or contradictions and complete with all appropriate information

• Prepared and organized for bid reviews with department head

• Completes job award paperwork accurately and timely and is prepared for turnover meeting with operations

• Support operations with pricing or conflict resolution on projects sold

• Clearly define the scope of work, conditions, expectations, opportunities, terms of payment, etc. when turning sold projects over to operations

Important Skills:

Direct communicator, with the ability to multi-task and problem solve. Ability to work with different personalities and communicate effectively with customers and employees. Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to work in Windows based programs. Experience and knowledge in the fire protection industry.