Account Executive

Universal Engineering Sciences; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing, seeks an Account Executive in Gainesville, FL. You will manage existing customer accounts, pursue new business opportunities, and promote services from initial engagement through ongoing relationship management.

This role requires extensive travel up to 70%, strong sales and communication abilities, and the capacity to build trusted client relationships across transportation, energy, water,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Statistics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of prior sales and business development experience, preferably in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required; relevant industry certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
• Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in basic math and data analysis to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Solid understanding of the construction industry and related regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing customer accounts and actively pursue new business opportunities.
• Generate sales leads aligned with company growth objectives.
• Provide documentation and communication to support the timely and accurate execution of projects.
• Establish and sustain a visible presence with new and existing clients to support the sales cycle and foster client trust.
• Attend marketing and networking events, including those outside of standard business hours.
• Collaborate with Regional, Branch, and Department Managers, and fellow Account Executives to meet team and company goals.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct visits with clients and prospective clients, and assist in the preparation and delivery of proposals.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries and elevate concerns to the appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Solicit client feedback on project satisfaction and identify potential future needs.
• Ensure confidentiality regarding client pricing, bids, and proprietary information.
• Track and manage leads, opportunities, contacts, proposals, and sales goals in a CRM or tracking system.
• Research and reach out to potential clients, including cold outreach when appropriate.
• Follow up on submitted proposals.
• Participate in required internal sales meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship building

Sales experience

Communication skills

CRM software

Negotiation

Presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

CRM software

Job description

Overview

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose - to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

The Account Executive is responsible for achieving the sales and service objectives by establishing and maintaining professional relationships with existing and prospective customers. This includes promoting company services from initial engagement through ongoing relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing customer accounts and actively pursue new business opportunities.
• Generate sales leads aligned with company growth objectives.
• Provide documentation and communication to support the timely and accurate execution of projects.
• Establish and sustain a visible presence with new and existing clients to support the sales cycle and foster client trust.
• Attend marketing and networking events, including those outside of standard business hours.
• Collaborate with Regional, Branch, and Department Managers, and fellow Account Executives to meet team and company goals.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct visits with clients and prospective clients, and assist in the preparation and delivery of proposals.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries and elevate concerns to the appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Solicit client feedback on project satisfaction and identify potential future needs.
• Ensure confidentiality regarding client pricing, bids, and proprietary information.
• Track and manage leads, opportunities, contacts, proposals, and sales goals in a CRM or tracking system.
• Research and reach out to potential clients, including cold outreach when appropriate.
• Follow up on submitted proposals.
• Participate in required internal sales meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Statistics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of prior sales and business development experience, preferably in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required; relevant industry certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
• Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in basic math and data analysis to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Solid understanding of the construction industry and related regulatory environment.

Travel Requirements

This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
• The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms.
• The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here