Petroleum Sales Rep

The Sales position actively maintains and expands relationships with current and potential customers in the region. The position will be actively pursuing new business opportunities, and will need to be located in the Knoxville, TN area in order to perform sales calls regularly. This position will also focus on both public and private projects for commercial/industrial clients as well as General Contractors/Mechanical contractors.
Position Overview
Identify and pursue new business development opportunities including maintaining positive client relationships to leverage future repeat business
Prepare full cost estimates including quantity take-offs and pricing
Participate in bid solicitation, bid package preparation and analysis
Assist in preparation of general contract and subcontract administration
Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules
Facilitate the RFI process
Ability to understand and solve complex challenges to present alternative solutions
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
1-2 years' experience in commercial construction or petroleum industry preferred
Prior conceptual estimating and bidding experience is preferred
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
Key success factors include passion for the industry, self-motivated, strong work ethic, time management, organized, detail-oriented and creative

Employment type
Full-Time Salary

Work arrangement
Yes