Project Sales Specialist

DeZURIK, Inc.; Sartell (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Health Savings Account with company 16

Retirement plan with Vanguard

Job summary

DeZURIK is seeking a Project Sales Specialist to drive municipal project success across North America. You will blend financial analysis, project management, and sales strategy to position DeZURIK for growth in critical infrastructure projects.

You’ll work with sales leaders, reps, and customers to craft bids and secure business for clean water and essential services. Key responsibilities include analyzing opportunities, profits, BOMs, and competitive pricing while supporting negotiations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• One or more years of experience in sales, engineering, project management, or related business function.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and data analysis tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project opportunities and develop competitive bid strategies.
• Perform project cost analysis and profitability assessments.
• Research BOMs, pricing, and market conditions to support decisions.
• Collaborate on project positioning and pricing with sales teams.
• Maintain project tracking systems, bid docs, and records.
• Conduct win/loss analysis for continuous improvement.
• Support negotiations and contribute to sales targets.
• Provide guidance on bidding processes and best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Sales strategy

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Project Sales Specialist

Are you a strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex business challenges, analyzing data, and influencing winning outcomes?

At DeZURIK, we're looking for a Project Sales Specialist to play a key role in driving municipal project success across North America. In this position, you'll combine financial analysis, project management, competitive market insight, and sales strategy to help position DeZURIK for growth in critical infrastructure projects. You'll work closely with sales leaders, representatives, and customers to develop bidding strategies, evaluate project opportunities, and help secure business that supports clean water and essential municipal services.

What You'll Do

• Analyze project opportunities and develop competitive bid strategies.
• Perform project cost analysis and profitability assessments.
• Research bills of materials (BOMs), pricing, and market conditions to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with sales representatives and sales leadership on project positioning and pricing tactics.
• Manage and maintain project tracking systems, bid documentation, and project records.
• Conduct win/loss analysis to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support negotiations and contribute to achieving monthly and annual sales goals.
• Provide guidance and training on project bidding processes and best practices.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• One or more years of experience in sales, engineering, project management, or a related business function.

Preferred Skills

• A desire to learn, contribute, and grow within a high-performing team environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence making recommendations based on financial and market data.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Interest in sales strategy, project management, and business operations.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and data analysis tools.

Why Join DeZURIK?

Join a company with nearly 100 years of engineering excellence. At DeZURIK, you'll find more than a job. You'll join a collaborative team committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic planning decisions while working alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork, accountability, and results.
DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $66,296 to $82,870 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.