Seeking a Modernization Salesperson responsible for developing opportunities, shaping scope early, and closing profitable modernization projects.
What You’ll Do
- Own the Modernization Sales Pipeline.
- Develop and manage a pipeline of modernization and repair opportunities.
- Engage projects early—before formal quoting—to help define scope and solutions.
- Maintain accurate CRM tracking (stage, probability, timelines) Leverage Field Experience to Drive Sales.
- Conduct site walks and assessments with credibility and technical authority.
- Translate field conditions into clear scopes for estimating and engineering Drive New Business & Client Relationships.
- Build relationships with building owners, property managers, general contractors, consultants.
- Position the company as a trusted technical partner, not just a vendor.
- Lead the Sales Process from Start to Close.
- Coordinate with estimating and engineering on proposals.
- Lead client discussions, scope alignment, and negotiations.
- Close projects that meet gross margin and execution standards Maintain Margin Discipline.
- Ensure opportunities align with target GP expectations.
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Identify scope gaps, risks, and execution challenges early.
- Support GO / NO-GO decisions and enforce disciplined sales behavior.
- Work closely with estimating, engineering, project management, field operations.
- Ensure clean, complete handoffs from sales to operations.
- Remain involved post-sale to support execution success performance expectations.
- Build and maintain a strong, forward-looking modernization pipeline.
- Consistently meet or exceed revenue targets, gross margin targets.
- Accurately track and report pipeline activity.
- Demonstrate ability to close complex projects at a high level.
- Operate with full ownership of results.
Qualifications Required:
- Strong understanding of elevator systems (traction and/or hydraulic).
- Modernization scopes and challenges.
- Ability to translate field conditions into scope and pricing inputs.
- Demonstrated ability or strong aptitude for client-facing communication and sales
Preferred:
- Prior experience in sales, estimating, or project management.
- Knowledge of ASME A17.1 and applicable codes.
- Experience working with consultants, GCs, or building owners
Key Competencies:
- Field Credibility – Speaks from real experience; earns trust quickly.
- Technical Problem Solving – Identifies practical, buildable solutions.
- Ownership & Accountability – Owns pipeline, deals, and results.
- Margin Awareness – Understands cost, risk, and profitability.
- Communication & Coordination – bridges field, office, and client compensation structure.
Base Salary + Commission • Commission tied to revenue, gross margin performanc, strategic growth objectives.