If you complement your background in roofing with entrepreneurial drive and a professional demeanor, this position offers you some very attractive opportunities. You will:

• Represent Simpson of Maryland's unique value proposition -- we are a full building envelope contractor with an in-house team comprised of multiple trades.
• "Own" and manage your book of business at a performance-based company. At the same time, you'll work with some of the best project managers in the region and enjoy support such as sales leads and an active marketing campaign.
• Expand your skills, even if you already have solid experience, supporting customers with all types of roofs. Quick question for you - click here
• Enjoy a friendly and collaborative culture focused on growth and success. In fact, we're building out our sales team to accommodate ongoing strong growth.
• Earn a competitive base salary, bonus potential and comprehensive benefits. We'll also provide a company vehicle, gas card, smartphone and other tools.

We are interested in candidates with either of these backgrounds:

• You have 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial roof estimating and sales.
• You're new to sales but have 1 to 2 years of experience in roofing, perhaps as a project manager.

Simpson of Maryland is the premier choice in commercial roofing, sheet metal, masonry restoration and waterproofing. Commercial building owners trust us to prevent potential problems and fix unexpected ones. Our business has thrived since 2002 because we attract top-notch talent -- and every member of our team values quality, service and safety. Whether a project is large or small in scope and size, we deliver the very best service in the industry, driven by our relentless focus on quality and unsurpassed service.

Pictured: Over the years, Simpson of Maryland has enjoyed contributing to the enhancement of many fine buildings throughout Maryland, D.C. and Virginia regions. Throughout this Jobinfo Writeup you will find photos of projects and some of the services we provide. We take pride in our work, leaving a legacy for seasons to come.

Qualified candidates will have demonstrated experience in commercial low-slope roof estimating in sales/estimating and/or project management with experience in single-ply roofing systems representing a self-performed roofing contractor.

Highly qualified candidates will have seven or more years demonstrated experience with estimating and/or managing self-performed labor for a wide range of commercial roofing systems, including mechanically and fully- adhered systems, ballasted, hot, cold, and torch-applied, hot & cold fluid applied, built-up, and waterproofing coatings.

In addition, to be a good fit for the Sales Estimator opportunity, you will be able to:

• Understand invitations to bid / requests for proposals
• Understand construction plans (blueprints) and project manuals (specifications)
• Travel to job sites to perform building walks with customers and specifiers
• Perform building surveys and core sampling as required
• Complete quantitative takeoffs and prepare final estimates for review
• Write high-quality professional proposals for bid submissions
• Collaborate with a highly-effective team of PMs and service department staff
• Deliver accurate estimating figures to accounting and the project management team
• Work safely by following proper OSHA and other safety policies, rules, and regulations
• Be comfortable working at height, using ladders, following safety procedures

Necessary soft skills:

• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Strong competency with computers and software
• Rigorous attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to organize information and schedule time efficiently

Preferred qualifications or experience include:

• Commercial roofing knowledge and experience in single-ply, asphalt, cold-applied, hot-applied, and metal products
• Experience with the Estimating Edge takeoff and estimating software Quick question for you - click here

We are seeking to place multiple experienced commercial roofing salespeople & estimators immediately with our locations conveniently located in Manassas, VA and Hanover, MD.

Reporting to the President, you will coordinate with internal stakeholders to strategically target sales opportunities in the market. This will include networking with industry trade groups and owners’ consultants, and calling on target customer lists to develop new relationships and discover new opportunities. You'll work closely with project managers and contract administrators during handoff and pre-construction planning.

More specifically, you will:

• Develop and grow a sales portfolio of $3-$7MM in annual sales volume
• Prepare accurate estimates using company estimating software
• Write high-quality, customer-oriented, detailed bid proposals
• Provide historically accurate budget information to project management team
• Develop relationships with new customers in target markets
• Maintain reoccurring business relationships with clients
• Select bidding opportunities based on scheduling needs from project management
• Performing outside sales and prospecting efforts, tracking leads and bids in CRM software

We'll provide leads from multiple platforms, and we'll also welcome prospects from your existing network. Sales Estimators typically work from 7 AM to 5 PM, but that varies from week to week. You can expect to spend about 30% of your time out in the field, including walking roofs as necessary.

Competitive differentiators
Most other roofing firms sub-contract non-roof services. We handle all building envelope projects with our in-house resources, allowing us to keep costs low while keeping quality high. In addition, you'll be able to offer exceptional preventative maintenance programs at rates to fit most budgets -- which can lead to re-roofing projects. We support all types and brands of roofs.

Own the impact
If you're the professional we're looking for, you're passionate about running your book as if it were your own business within a business. We're not micromanagers, and we reward people on productivity. We offer support and resources, and we think you will find that Simpson is a strong force to team with.

Strong momentum
We have aggressive growth strategies in play, including opening successful new units and penetrating new markets. That momentum also means a steady supply of leads for you -- of course, we'll also expect you to develop leads yourself.

Great environment
The culture at Simpson is friendly and productive with a focus towards growth, and we make every effort to utilize technology for efficiencies in field to back-office operations and control. The office environment is collaborative, and team members are available to help problem-solve and provide support.

Excellent compensation
In addition to the compensation and perks described above, we offer employer-sponsored health insurance, employer-offered dental insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid vacation and holidays, and more.