Project Manager - Technical Sales Assistant

Garland Industries, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Garland Industries, Inc. is seeking a Technical Sales Assistant Exempt/Non-Exempt to support the Garland Sales Representative with project management, on-site quality control, and effective communication with contractors and customers.

This role supports asset management planning, details, specifications, and coordination of subcontractors, ensuring work is on time, within budget, and compliant with specifications. Travel and driving are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degree preferred.
• Background in construction or related fields preferred.
• Strong math, writing and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Willingness to learn Visio, LucidChart and MS Project.
• Detail-oriented, able to multitask in a team.
• Able to work with all management levels, especially sales and end users.
• Health and safety compliance and driving are required.
• Must possess reliable vehicle and ability to travel domestically.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project assessment and leak solutions via inspection reports and subcontractors.
• Develop asset management plans, project specifics and details.
• Control the flow of information on the project site.
• Manage subcontractors by evaluating and monitoring performance.
• Track jobsite progress via daily reports and photographs.
• Monitor work and ensure it aligns with schedule and specs.
• Enforce quality assurance and control per specifications.
• Provide daily updates to Garland Representative’s team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math

Writing

Public relations

Communication

Driving

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Visio

LucidChart

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position/Title: Technical Sales Assistant Exempt/Non-Exempt - Reports to: Territory Sales Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Technical Sales Assistant is hired to assist in the Garland Sales Representative’s execution of their job responsibilities as it relates to project management, on-site quality control, contractor and customer daily communication, core sampling, inspections and assistance with specifications, details, RAMP (Roof Asset Management Planning software), asset management, etc. Additionally, the position will plan, coordinate, direct and supervise subcontractors and vendors engaged on project ensuring that they complete the work on time, within budget and to the quality specified. This person will work directly with the Garland Sales Representative, client, subcontractors and vendors to facilitate the completion of project.

CORE & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

TASKS:

• Assist in assessing new projects and leak solutions via inspection reports, photographs and working with subcontractors.
• Assist in development of asset management plans, project specific plans, details and specifications.
• Controls the flow of information on project site.
• Manages sub-contractors by evaluating, monitoring and controlling performance.
• Track jobsite progress via daily reports and photographs.
• Monitors the work and compares work in place to the schedule and specification requirements.
• Enforce quality assurance and control for compliance with the specification.
• Provide daily updates to the Garland Representative’s team.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Must possession at least a high school diploma and a post-secondary degree is preferred. A background in construction, construction design, estimating, engineering or architecture is preferred. Must possess excellent skills in math, writing, public relations and communication, both written and oral. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,). Ability learn Visio or Lucid Chart and Microsoft Project. Ability to multi-task in a detailed oriented team environment. Ability to work effectively with all levels of management with emphasis on the sales force and end user. Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. use of protective gear). Driving is a requirement for this position. Therefore, must have the ability to travel domestically via operating a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver license and driving record which is acceptable to our insurance provider.

Must have a vehicle in good working condition and ensure it meets all safety, insurance, and legal requirements. The ability to travel by plane and/or overnight travel may also be required.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The Technical Assistant must be able to carry, push, pull, reach and lift up to 50 lbs. of roofing material routinely; climb ladders/ extension ladders routinely; climb ladders.; climb and traverse different roof levels; read at, above, and below shoulder height; occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch; sufficient manual dexterity required to operate equipment and to cut and manipulate products/ materials and use a flashlight; tolerate inclimate weather, including heat, cold, humidity, and rain; and have a normal range of tolerance to household and other types of typical industrial/ construction chemicals and solvents. Ability to occasionally work evenings, weekends, and overnight travel required. Must have the ability to travel domestically by plane, operate a motor vehicle, maintain a valid state motor vehicle driver license, and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle driving record.

The Technical Assistant must be able to communicate orally in a clear, concise and effective manner with the customers, account representatives, company representatives, management, staff, and the public in face-to-face, one-on-one and group settings. Ability to use a telephone for communication. Maintaining regular predictable and punctual attendance at assigned job locations is essential. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Use office equipment such as a personal computer, copier and facsimile machines. Ability to communicate in writing in a clear, concise and effective manner. Sit, stand, and/or walk for extended time periods. Hearing and vision required to be within normal ranges. Ability to accurately distinguish color variation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable law.

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with The Company, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.