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Local Sales Representative - West

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BuildingWorks logoBuildingworks · San Francisco, CA
$15K–$40K/yrFull-timeRemote3mo ago
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About the role

We are looking for part-time sales representatives who have existing relationships in the commercial construction industry. You know the general contractors, owner's representatives, and building owners in your area. You understand how construction projects work and the challenges of project closeout. This is a commission-only position designed for professionals who want to earn additional income by introducing BuildingWorks to their network. Typical contracts range from $15,000 for smaller projects to $40,000+ for complex facilities. Your commission is tied directly to the projects you bring in.

Responsibilities

  • Business Development
  • Relationship Building
  • You will develop relationships with project executives, project managers, owner's representatives, facilities directors, and capital project managers. These are the people who decide whether a project uses professional closeout services. You will be their local point of contact for BuildingWorks.
  • Opportunity Qualification
  • Sales Process Support
  • Market Intelligence
  • You will track active and upcoming construction projects in your market. You will keep us informed about which contractors are active, which owners are building, and where BuildingWorks should focus efforts. Your local knowledge helps us prioritize the right opportunities.
  • Who Should Apply
  • You are a fit if you have:
  • 5+ years in commercial construction, project management, or a related role in your market
  • Existing relationships with general contractors, building owners, owner's representatives, or facilities teams
  • A network you can activate without starting from zero
  • Understanding of construction project phases and closeout processes
  • Credibility when you walk into a conversation with a project executive or facilities director
  • Ideal backgrounds include:
  • Current or former project managers, project executives, or estimators with general contractors
  • Owner's representatives or construction managers who know both sides of the table
  • Facilities or capital project managers with owner organizations
  • Construction industry consultants, technology salespeople, or industry service providers
  • Recently retired construction professionals with strong relationships

Benefits

This is a commission-only position with no base salary or benefits. You will earn a percentage of contract value on projects you originate. Commission rates are discussed during the interview process and depend on your level of involvement in the sales cycle.Typical contract values range from $15,000 to $40,000+, with larger healthcare and institutional projects commanding higher fees.What We ProvideTraining on BuildingWorks services, value proposition, and the DataSphere platformMarketing materials, case studies, and proposal supportBack-end support for scoping, pricing, and contractingCRM access to track your opportunities and commissionsFlexibility to work on your own schedule around your primary commitmentsTime CommitmentThis is designed as a part-time role. Most successful reps spend 5-10 hours per week on BuildingWorks activities, focused on outreach, meetings, and relationship building. There are no minimum activity requirements, but your earnings will reflect your effort.Health insurance

Additional Information

About BuildingWorks BuildingWorks creates a memory for buildings. We handle 100% of construction closeout documentation, reducing timelines from the industry standard of 4-6 months to 30-60 days. Since 1999, we have completed 500+ projects for leading general contractors and building owners across 20+ states. Our DataSphere platform delivers organized, searchable documentation that facility teams actually use, not boxes of binders that sit in storage rooms. Location Disclaimer: While a specific location is listed for this role, we are open to candidates from other cities and locations. The listed location is required for posting purposes and does not limit our search to that area.


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