Hybrid BAS Account Manager: Building Automation Growth

Ainsworth Inc; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth in Portland, OR is seeking an Outside Sales professional for Building Automation solutions. You will develop new opportunities, identify projects, and deliver innovative building controls and energy management solutions.

This role emphasizes relationship-building with mechanical/electrical contractors, consulting engineers, owners, and end users, driving revenue through strategic account development.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum Sales, Engineering, Commissioning, Project Management, or related experience in Building Management Systems (BMS) or related fields
• Confident, outgoing, ability to cold call on existing and new clients
• Technical understanding of BMS, building automation controls, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Self-motivated, team player with strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with consultants, contractors, facility managers, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• QualifyProjects by reviewing Bid Requests, Plans & Specifications
• Develop relationships with Clients, Mechanical Contractors and Consulting Engineers
• Coordinate with Account Managers on requirements and decisions
• Develop Value Engineered Alternatives for Client consideration
• Maintain Bid Lists and CRM entries for forecasting and reporting
• Create formal Client Proposals, System Sketches, and BOMs for RFPs
• Prepare technical proposals and RFIs/documents
• Distribute proposals to bidding contractors and follow up on next steps
• Generate Booking Packages and coordinate project turnover

Skills

Client development

Relationship building

Sales cycle management

Bid/proposal development

CRM utilization

Project coordination

Communication skills

Networking with contractors/engineers

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent in engineering/related field

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office suite

Blue Beam / CAD review

Job description

GDI Ainsworth in Portland, OR is seeking an Outside Sales professional for Building Automation solutions. You will develop new opportunities, identify projects, and deliver innovative building controls and energy management solutions.

This role emphasizes relationship-building with mechanical/electrical contractors, consulting engineers, owners, and end users, driving revenue through strategic account development.