Technical Sales Representative – Coquitlam, BC

Technical Sales Representative, Building and Construction (On-site)

Intertek is searching for a Technical Sales Representative (Construction Services) to join our Building & Construction team in our Coquitlam, BC office.  This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Building and Construction!

Intertek is growing and we are looking for a Technical Sales Representative (Construction Services) to help us make an impact in the Construction industry! The ideal candidate will have B2B sales experience and a background in construction project estimating. The Technical Sales Representative will be responsible for identifying on-site material testing bidding opportunities, responding to RFP’s/RFQ’s, and tracking project developments through to award. The Technical Sales Representative will possess a desire to represent Intertek in the field and a sound understanding of the construction project space (estimating, on-site testing requirements), with superior tracking and time management skills.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

This position reports to the Sales Director, Canada. The position is located at Intertek’s Coquitlam, BC campus. This is an on-site position. 

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Receiving, reviewing, responding to, and tracking project RFP’s/RFQ’s
• Monitoring and leveraging construction project platforms to identify and develop bidding opportunities 
• Ongoing prospect and client outreach through, but not limited to, in-person sales activity, lunch and learn initiatives, industrial events, etc.
• Creating project bid packages
• Following up open bids and tracking follow up results 
• Maintaining an accurate opportunity pipeline at all times
• Preparing activity/proposal/award reports, as required
• Consistently contribute to achieving regional sales/order/revenue targets
• Perform other work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree Preferred. College Diploma in related field acceptable
• 2+ years’ successful construction project experience. Preferably in on-site quality testing/coordination, project estimating, or relevant 
• 2+ years’ experience successfully collaborating with technical/non-technical stakeholders and decision makers. Experience with General Contractors (GC’s), municipalities, and/or townships is considered an asset 
• Must be self-motivated and effective in a fast-paced environment
• Superior time management, tracking, and relaying ability 
• Experience with DODGE Analytics, Construct Connect, Bids & Tender, or similar is considered an asset
• Must possess excellent collaboration and written/oral communication skills
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of common computer systems (i.e. Microsoft Office) is essential
• Experience working with diverse teams (GC’s, municipalities, procurement, contracts) required
• Frequent day travel can be expected (no overnight travel)
  • Physical dexterity/mobility to travel via car and perform all clerical functions inherent to the position.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Salary & Benefits Information

When working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid holidays.

Intertek’s Commitment

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance 

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. 

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world’s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence.  Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with Disabilities, who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected]

Please apply online at Intertek Canada Careers (oraclecloud.com)

*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.