Business Development, Career Development, Communication Skills, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Cross-Selling, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Drilling, Environmental Engineering, Establish Priorities, Field Sales, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Hardware Virtualization, Healthcare, Inside Sales, Lead Generation, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Materials Testing, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Project Execution, Proposal Development, Revenue Growth, Revenue Management, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Qualification, Salesforce.com, Team Player, Technical Operations, Time Management, Travel Industry, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.
Position Overview:
Kickstart your career in business development as an Inside Sales Representative with UES in Atlanta—a leader in the rapidly growing AEC industry. As UES continues to expand in a high-demand market, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to client strategy, pipeline development, and revenue growth while working alongside experienced leaders. We’re looking for driven, relationship-oriented individuals ready to build a long-term career!
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting business development and revenue growth by managing inbound inquiries, building client relationships, and coordinating with operations and technical teams to develop proposals and quotes. This role focuses on customer engagement, lead qualification, and the preparation of accurate and timely sales documentation, with a clear path toward developing into an outside sales Business Development Representative.
If you’re ready to take the first step toward a career in business development with a growing industry leader, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities will include:
- Help move opportunities forward by managing client follow-up, maintaining momentum, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
- Serve as a key point of contact for inbound inquiries—building strong first impressions and identifying client needs
- Partner with technical and operations teams to develop proposals, pricing, and solutions aligned to client goals
- Build and strengthen client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail
- Track and manage active opportunities, helping prioritize efforts and support pipeline visibility
- Collaborate across teams to ensure a smooth transition from pursuit to project execution
- Support targeted growth initiatives, including lead qualification and cross-selling opportunities
Job Responsibilities Note:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. UES retains the right to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in inside sales, customer service, or business development support, preferably in a technical or service-based industry.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar).
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and build rapport with clients.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Development, or a related field
- Early experience (internship or full-time) in sales, marketing, or proposal coordination
- Strong communication skills with confidence engaging clients and cross-functional teams
- Self-starter who takes initiative and consistently follows through on commitments
- Personable and relationship-oriented, with the ability to build trust quickly
- Coachable and open to feedback, with a strong desire to learn and improve
- Highly accountable and detail-oriented, with a track record of reliability
- Comfortable engaging with clients and maintaining proactive communication
- Motivated to grow into a long-term business development or sales career
This position does not require regular travel as part of its primary responsibilities. However, occasional travel may be required, up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site meetings, training sessions, or company events. Travel, when necessary, will be communicated in advance and aligned with business needs.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
- The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
- The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms.
- The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.
EEO Statement:
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here
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Universal Engineering Sciences
Universal Engineering Sciences, Inc. (Universal) is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, environmental sciences, construction materials testing, and threshold inspection. We are a growing, competitive firm with a strong position and reputation in our industry. We are always looking for ways to provide enhanced services. With this in mind, we began offering private provider inspection (PPI) and plan review in 2003, and added in-house geophysical engineering and surveys to our already wide range of construction-related services.
Universal’s mission is to do “WHATEVER IT TAKES” to provide our services with a primary focus on understanding and delivering solutions for each of our individual client’s needs, be that timeliness, cost-saving recommendations, ingenuity or any other requirement they may have.