Do you possess a background in residential design or construction, paired with the unique ability to translate clients' home aspirations into reality?

Are you ready to bring your exceptional customer service and project development skills to a well-respected, supportive, family-oriented design-build firm?

Is it time for a sales role without cutthroat competition, workplace drama, and inconsistent paychecks?

Would you thrive in a company that values integrity, quality, teamwork, and family?

If you answered YES to these questions, read on for an incredible career opportunity…

About Us

CG&S is an award winning, family-owned design build firm that has been a part of the greater Austin area for over 65 years! We offer our clients exceptional design build services with projects ranging from whole-home renovations to amazing outdoor living spaces and second story additions. Our mission is to enhance our clients’ lives by transforming homes through insightful design, quality craftsmanship, and professional service. Our team is comprised of a diverse group from all walks of life, backgrounds, and life experiences. We are loyal to our employees and provide an inclusive and respectful environment that allows for growth and maximum potential. This loyalty also extends to our clients; it is part of our family legacy and is a key part of how we do business.

Summary of Responsibilities

As a Project Developer, you are a key representative of CG&S, working directly with our clients to exceed their expectations for a design build experience. You will be responsible for prospecting new sales leads, qualifying inbound leads, developing projects alongside estimators and designers, writing and selling design agreements, serving as a team lead for projects in design, selling construction agreements, and maintaining excellent client relationships throughout the timeline of their projects and beyond.

Essential Functions

• Prospect for new leads, including networking, securing referrals, and tapping into former prospect and client lists
• Qualify inbound leads through phone, Zoom, and in-person/in-home sales calls
• Establish “Trusted Advisor” relationships with clients
• Develop projects (scope, scheme, timeline, and cost) by gathering information and working closely with design and estimating teams
• Proactively identify and solve barriers to project progress, setting clear and realistic expectations to ensure smooth implementation and client satisfaction
• Write and sell design agreements, summarizing project details and setting design fees
• Present design proposal to clients and sell construction agreements, ensuring budget and scope alignment
• Serve as Team Captain of project teams for projects in design, ensuring progression of project schedule and regular communication with clients
• Maintain client relationships post-design and post-construction, and seek referrals and introductions for potential future projects
• Utilize CRM to report and track leads, conversions, and other sales metrics

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design, architecture, construction management, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of sales experience in residential design or construction, or B2C sales within relevant industries
• Strong sales skills including exceptional communication, customer service, and lead generation and development
• Confident, trustworthy demeanor
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, listening skills, and memory
• Work well in small team environment
• Familiarity with CRMs - HubSpot a plus
• Aptitude for technology including Zoom and Microsoft Office programs
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for local travel

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000-$90,000, depending on experience
• Bonus potential
• Medical & Dental – Employee premium 100% paid by CG&S
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K with 3% Match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Hybrid flexibility – work remotely for up to 2 days per week

How to Apply

• Please submit an updated resume and brief summary of why you are a great fit for this role.
  

We have a formal recruiting process and have a relationship with Zephyr Connects LLC, whom we use for the screening and hiring process. If you are selected for the next step you will get instructions from Liz within 3 days of your submission. Everyone will be contacted.

CG&S Design Build providesequal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CG&S Design Build complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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