Geotechnical Sales Engineer
GPAC - Greenville, SC
posted 4 months ago
About the position
The Geotechnical Sales Engineer position is a critical role within a leading specialty geotechnical construction contractor. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales and estimating efforts, leveraging their expertise in geotechnical design principles to provide tailored solutions to clients. This role requires a proactive individual who can work independently and is comfortable engaging with clients to understand their needs and present appropriate services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating and sales within the construction industry, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. In this position, the Sales Engineer will prepare and develop product presentations that effectively communicate the company's services and solutions. They will also attend trade shows and conferences to enhance the company's visibility in the market and promote its offerings. A significant part of the role involves preparing geotechnical designs, conducting take-offs, and creating cost estimates, bid proposals, and budgets. The candidate will analyze geotechnical reports to inform their estimating process, ensuring accuracy and reliability in their proposals. The company values upward mobility and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a top-notch profit-sharing program and opportunities for professional development. The work environment promotes a healthy work-life balance, and employees benefit from remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills, making them a valuable addition to the team.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and develops product presentations to explain services and create solutions in collaboration with clients
- Attends trade shows and conferences to promote visibility and services in the market
- Prepares geotechnical designs, take-offs, cost estimates, bid proposals and budgets
- Analyzes geotechnical reports and uses them as reference during the estimating process
Requirements
- 3-5 years of estimating/sales experience in a construction environment
- Understanding of geotechnical design principles
- Familiarity with AutoCAD
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Ability to travel as needed
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and good communication skills
- Self-starter with ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Benefits
- Upward mobility and room for advancement
- Competitive compensation/benefits package
- Top-notch profit-sharing program
- Company Stock program with free bonus share opportunities
- Remote work flexibility for office-employees
- Promotes and provides work-life balance for all employees
- Annual bonus package, as well as competitive per diem and allowances for field personnel
- Full benefit package including medical, dental, eye, life & disability insurance and 401k with generous matching
- Health & wellness programs, including free on-site fitness facility
- Professional development program for all employees
