Contractor Sales Account Manager, Water Infrastructure
Gables Search Group
Portland, OR
We’re seeking a highly motivated, relationship-driven sales professional to manage and grow an established, contractor-focused territory in the Portland metro area.
This is an outside sales and account management role supporting excavation contractors and underground utility contractors working on municipal water, sewer, storm drain, and site development projects. You’ll inherit a book of approximately 35–45 existing contractor accounts, with the opportunity to deepen relationships, expand share of wallet, and grow the territory over time.
This role rewards individuals who value long-term relationship development and take a strategic, patient approach to sales. Success is built through consistent field presence, trust-building, and close collaboration with internal estimating and project teams.
Compensation includes a first-year total compensation guarantee, competitive base salary, uncapped sales commissions, annual profit-sharing bonus, monthly vehicle allowance, fuel card, comprehensive benefits, and a 401(k) with company match.
Our client is a well-established and growing distributor of water infrastructure, sewer, storm drain, and water utility contractor supplies, including piping, valves, water meters, pumps, manholes, fire hydrants, and irrigation solutions. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values quality, integrity, and superior customer service, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Environmental Services, or related field is preferred, but not required.
- 5+ years of experience in sales, estimating, or project management related to water infrastructure, underground utilities, or municipal construction projects.
- Proven ability to build long-term customer relationships and drive repeat business.
- Ability to read and interpret civil and mechanical drawings, construction plans, and site schematics.
- Experience with material take-offs and bid package preparation preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with waterworks products such as PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, steel, precast concrete, pumps, hydrants, valves, fittings, couplings, irrigation systems, and water meters.
- Competitive drive with a consistent track record of performance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Willingness to travel within the territory as needed.
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
Relocation assistance to Portland metro area is available.Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the Company
Gables Search Group
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.