Account Manager, Construction Field Sales

PeopleReady

. Prospect and win new business with commercial and industrial general contractors and subcontractors .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong B2B sales expertise in the construction industry, with a proven ability to build and manage customer relationships, generate leads, and meet revenue targets. Proficient in utilizing prospecting tools and managing sales activities to drive business growth.

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B2B Sales ExperienceConstruction Industry KnowledgeLead GenerationSalesforce ProficiencyStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Lead GenerationProposal DevelopmentSales Pipeline ManagementRevenue Target AchievementFinancial Performance Understanding

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedGoal-OrientedRelationship BuildingNegotiation SkillsExcellent Communication

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceLinkedIn

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseHS Diploma/GED

Industry Keywords

Construction StaffingCommercial ContractorsIndustrial ContractorsSubcontractor RelationshipsSafety Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prospect and win new business with commercial and industrial general contractors and subcontractors
Generate leads through cold calling, jobsite visits, industry events, and LinkedIn outreach
Build and expand a network of subcontractor relationships across the territory
Spend at least 75% of time customer-facing, in the field and on jobsites
Meet or exceed revenue, gross margin percentage, and gross margin dollar targets
Develop proposals in line with pricing guidelines and escalate exceptions as needed
Manage pipeline and sales activity in Salesforce
Partner with recruiters, safety, and service teams to deliver skilled workers and a strong customer experience
Share leads across PeopleReady and other TrueBlue brands to drive customer growth
Capture detailed, accurate job requirements from customers per SOP
Represent PeopleReady Skilled Trades in local construction associations and industry organizations
Ensure safety processes and procedures are followed
Manage customer accounts and aging within terms

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of outside B2B sales experience in the construction industry (required), such as construction staffing, building materials, trade services, or other construction-related sales
Experience selling to commercial or industrial contractors and subcontractors
An existing network of contractor and subcontractor relationships, ideally in the local market
A track record of building a territory from scratch and growing new accounts
Comfort with prospecting tools, including LinkedIn, to secure appointments
Willingness to travel regularly throughout the territory, with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Strong business acumen, including an understanding of margins and financial performance
Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present, negotiate, follow up, and close
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, able to work independently without day-to-day direction
Ability to build relationships with a diverse range of customers and coworkers
Bilingual skills a plus
HS Diploma/GED or equivalent required
Must have valid driver license, registered vehicle, and vehicle insurance
Must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

6 paid holidays
1 paid floating holiday
Up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-matching 401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Other programs and perks
Incentive pay eligibility, subject to plan terms