Strategic Technical Sales Pro — Heavy Lift & Rigging

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus program

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

401(k) with company match up to 10%

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to drive growth in heavy lift, rigging, transportation, and specialized project solutions. The role collaborates with engineering, operations, and field teams to move opportunities from engagement to execution.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in industrial sales, a consultative selling approach, strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to travel for site visits and customer meetings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial sales, construction, manufacturing, engineering services, project management, or a related field.
• Proven ability to develop customer relationships and identify business opportunities.
• Strong consultative selling, presentation, and communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand technical solutions and project requirements.
• Experience preparing estimates, proposals, or project plans.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Ability to pass a fit-for-duty examination and to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Identify and pursue opportunities involving heavy lift, rigging, transportation, and specialized project services.
• Meet with customers to understand project objectives, operational challenges, and business needs.
• Conduct site visits and project evaluations to gather information and support solution development.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and field teams to develop practical and innovative project solutions.
• Prepare estimates, proposals, presentations, and project plans for customer review.
• Lead customer discussions, presentations, and proposal reviews throughout the sales process.
• Negotiate project scope, pricing, and service agreements while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support a smooth transition from project development to execution.
• Maintain accurate customer, project, and opportunity information within company systems.
• Drive account growth through business development, relationship management, and strategic market engagement.
• Promote a strong commitment to safety throughout project planning and execution.

Skills

Relationship building

Consultative selling

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Project management

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to drive growth in heavy lift, rigging, transportation, and specialized project solutions. The role collaborates with engineering, operations, and field teams to move opportunities from engagement to execution.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in industrial sales, a consultative selling approach, strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to travel for site visits and customer meetings.