20four7VA is seeking independent contractors to provide remote construction lead generation, estimating support, and business development services to a residential and commercial remodeling client.
Overview
The role focuses on identifying qualified construction opportunities, generating and submitting estimates using AI-powered software, maintaining an organized pipeline, and nurturing leads through follow‑up communication. Prior estimating experience is not required; a proactive, organized individual who enjoys client interaction will thrive.
Scope of Services
Contractors will perform the tasks listed below:
Lead Generation & Opportunity Management
- Monitor construction bidding platforms for projects matching the company’s services.
- Identify qualified residential and commercial renovation opportunities.
- Research project details and assess alignment with company capabilities.
- Maintain an organized pipeline of active bids and opportunities.
- Assist with ongoing lead generation and prospecting activities as needed.
AI Estimating Support
- Download project specifications and plans from bidding platforms.
- Upload project documentation into the company’s AI estimating software.
- Review AI-generated estimates for completeness.
- Submit completed estimates to general contractors and project owners following established procedures.
- Maintain organized records of submitted estimates.
Client Follow‑Up & Business Development
- Follow up with prospective clients after estimates have been submitted.
- Confirm receipt of estimates and answer general questions.
- Build relationships with general contractors and project contacts.
- Document client feedback and next steps.
- Escalate pricing or negotiation discussions to ownership when appropriate.
Administrative & Executive Support
- Maintain tracking spreadsheets or CRM records of all submitted estimates.
- Prepare daily summaries outlining completed work, submitted bids, and lead activity.
- Track estimate status, responses, and follow‑up requirements.
- Assist with general administrative support related to business development activities.
Skills
- Previous lead generation, sales support, appointment setting, or business development experience required.
- Customer service or outbound calling experience preferred.
- Construction industry experience is a plus but not required.
- Experience using CRM systems preferred.
- Strong organizational and spreadsheet skills.
- Comfortable learning AI‑powered estimating software.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Knowledge of ConstructConnect, BuildingConnected, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong lead generation or business development background.
- Comfortable making outbound calls and following up with prospective clients.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Organized with strong attention to detail.
- Self‑motivated and proactive.
- Comfortable learning new software and AI tools.
- Able to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously.
- Strong follow‑through and daily reporting habits.
Work Schedule
- Contracted Hours per Week: 40 hours
- Scheduled Working Days: Monday through Friday (unless otherwise mutually agreed)
- Daily Working Time: TBD EST (subject to reasonable alignment with client preferences)
Terms of Engagement
- Contractors operate under a Master Services Agreement and a Statement of Work.
- This is not an employment offer; contractors are independent and not employees of 20four7VA or the client.
- All compensation is processed through 20four7VA according to the engagement terms.
Role Summary & Requirements
- Required Service: Business Support
- Requested Experience Tier: Entry, Junior, Senior
- Reporting To/POC: To Be Determined
- Number of VAs: 1
- Gender Preference: None
- Languages Spoken/Preference: English
- Accent Preference: Level A‑B (Native or Near‑Native English accent required)
- Region Preferences: Any
What We Offer
- Competitive rates
- Weekly payments
- Various open roles available
- Free training and upskilling
- Constant support and guidance
- A vibrant community always ready to support you
- And more