Design-Build Sales & Project Manager

East Bay Restaurant Supply, Inc.; Town of Oakland (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

East Bay Restaurant Supply, Inc. seeks a Design-Build Sales & Project Manager who blends sales prowess with design expertise and strong coordination skills. You’ll work directly with clients to develop customized kitchen solutions, manage multiple projects, and drive business growth.

You will create layouts, proposals, schedules, and documentation while coordinating timelines and vendor communications to ensure on-time, on-budget installations.

Qualifications

• Requires experience in sales, project management, design-build, or related fields.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities are essential.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are a must.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel in Northern California.

Responsibilities

• Develop commercial kitchen layouts and equipment specifications using design software.
• Create proposals, equipment schedules, and project documentation.
• Coordinate project timelines, deliveries, and vendor communications.
• Build relationships with restaurant owners, architects, and contractors.
• Manage sales process from initial consultation to project completion.

Skills

Sales

Project management

Design-build

Communication

Multi-project coordination

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Design, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

AutoQuotes

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Office Suite

NetSuite

Google Workspace

CAD

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Design-Build Sales & Project Manager who combines strong sales ability with design expertise and exceptional project coordination skills. If you enjoy working directly with clients, creating customized solutions, managing multiple projects, and driving business growth, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

Design & Planning

• Develop commercial kitchen layouts and equipment specifications using AutoQuotes and related design software.
• Create professional proposals, equipment schedules, and project documentation.
• Assist clients in transforming concepts into practical, code-compliant kitchen designs.
• Review plans, field conditions, and project requirements to ensure successful execution.

Sales & Business Development

• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with restaurant owners, operators, architects, and contractors.
• Generate new business through networking, referrals, prospecting, and relationship‑building.
• Present equipment solutions, design concepts, and proposals to prospective clients.
• Manage the sales process from initial consultation through project completion.

Project Management & Scheduling

• Coordinate project timelines, equipment deliveries, installations, and vendor communications.
• Schedule meetings, site visits, and project milestones to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Work closely with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues.

Client Service

• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain consistent communication.
• Ensure client satisfaction from concept, design, and quoting through final installation.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in sales, project management, design-build, construction, foodservice equipment, or a related industry
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout Northern California as needed

Highly Desired Skills

• AutoQuotes (AQ) experience
• Adobe Acrobat Pro and PDF editing/markup skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Project scheduling and coordination experience
• Design and space‑planning experience
• Proposal development and presentation skills
• CRM and ERP system experience (NetSuite a plus)
• Google Workspace proficiency

Bonus Qualifications

• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and foodservice design
• CAD experience
• Experience working with contractors, architects, or hospitality clients
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Design, Construction Management, or related field (preferred but not required)