Estimator / Outside Sales Representative

The Contractor Consultants; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing franchise as an Estimator / Outside Sales Representative, where you'll blend your sales expertise with a passion for home improvement. This role offers a unique hybrid experience of canvassing and client interactions, allowing you to thrive in a dynamic environment. With unlimited commission potential and a supportive team, you'll help elevate the quality of residential and commercial painting services. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, a competitive salary, and numerous perks that foster both personal and professional growth. If you're ready to make a difference in your community while building a rewarding career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle or Mileage Reimbursement

Medical Stipend after 6 Months

Paid Holidays

Flexible Start/End Times

Training and Certifications

Tech Package (Smartphone Provided)

Uniform and Safety Gear Provided

Opportunities for Charitable Initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating and home improvement preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct door-to-door canvassing to generate leads.
• Draft detailed project notes for proposal preparation.
• Collaborate with operations for accurate proposals.

Skills

Sales Experience

Estimating Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Home Improvement

Tools

Client Tether CRM

Job description

Posted Date:

4/28/2025

Location:

Poughkeepsie,NY

Job ID#:

18873

Job Category:

Earn Top Commissions as an Estimator & Sales Rep at Lime Painting!


Job Title: Estimator / Outside Sales Representative
Company Name: Lime Painting of Westchester
Compensation:$35,000 base salary during your first 3-6 months, potentially earning unlimited commission based on performance.
Industry: Residential Exterior and Interior Home Painting (Residential, Commercial, Government or Federal)
Location:Westchester, NY

Full Job Description
Lime Painting of Westchester is looking for a driven and detail-focused Estimator / Outside Sales Representative to help fuel our growth. This hybrid role combines door-to-door canvassing, client consultations, and jobsite estimating - ideal for someone who's equally at home knocking doors and talking to strangers as they are capturing square footage and writing job scope notes.

You'll be responsible for generating leads, qualifying them, and creating detailed project scopes for our proposal team to price and send to clients. If you're a confident communicator who thrives on accountability, relationship-building, and closing deals, this is a strong fit.

Who We Are:
Lime Painting of Westchester is part of a fast-growing national franchise focused on luxury residential and commercial painting. We combine artisan-level quality with unmatched professionalism, serving high-end homeowners, businesses, and government clients. As a franchise, you'll be backed by a supportive nationwide network of peers and experts-you'll never feel like you're in it alone.

Our team values mentorship, collaboration, and making a difference in our community through quality craftsmanship and charitable engagement. We're not just building homes-we're building careers, relationships, and trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct door-to-door canvassing in targeted areas to generate leads
• Represent LIME at community events and networking functions
• Guide prospects through the sales funnel with excellent communication and professionalism
• Attend appointments and walk job sites to document scope and measurements
• Draft detailed project notes to assist in proposal preparation
• Attend pre-scheduled and self-generated appointments
• Conduct jobsite walk-throughs, take measurements, and document project details
• Clearly communicate exclusions, prep work, and scope items to proposal team
• Collaborate closely with internal operations to ensure accurate proposals and a smooth client experience
• Update and maintain accurate client records in Client Tether CRM
• Upload notes, photos, and follow-up details to support sales tracking
• Collaborate with operations to ensure smooth handoffs and accurate proposals
• Occasional Production Support
  • Attend project walk-throughs to verify scope and client expectations
  • Support the production team in ensuring scope alignment

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Previous experience in estimating, home improvement, or a related field preferred
• Previous sales experience is a must. (Sales in construction is a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to take clear job-site notes/photos
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfort working with tech platforms and CRMs (experience with Client Tether is a plus)
• Self-starter who thrives on accountability and working independently
• Professional appearance and strong customer service instincts
• Bi-weekly pay cycle
• 6% commission on closed personal sales
• Paid holidays and up to 2 weeks' personal or sick days
• Remote/hybrid work flexibility
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• Tech package (smartphone provided)
• Uniform and safety gear provided
• Medical stipend after 6 months
• Training and certifications: OSHA, lifts, fall protection, etc.
• Opportunities to participate in national franchise contests and charitable initiatives

Schedule:

• Full-time
• Flexible start/end times, generally Monday to Friday with occasional evening or weekend events

Location:

• Westchester County, NY - local travel required for meetings, site visits, and events.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Lime Painting of Westchester is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse team and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of background, identity, or perspective.