Job Type
Full-time
Description
KO Construction is a nationwide developer and general contractor transforming self-storage construction through innovation and technology. From building state-of-the-art facilities to managing capital improvement projects, we deliver tailored, efficient solutions across the country. As we scale, our commitment to excellence, innovation, and personalized service drives our growth.
Position Summary
We're seeking a dynamic Account Manager with a hunter mindset and a track record of generating new business. This role is responsible for prospecting, qualifying, and closing new opportunities while fostering strong relationships and ensuring a seamless client experience. You'll be instrumental in shaping KO's continued success by executing a consultative sales approach and driving meaningful conversations with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Accountability: Executing a systematic approach to sales planning, holding themself accountable for meeting sales targets and ensuring operational excellence, including:
•Developing and executing sales plans to attract new customers, ensuring alignment with business objectives and adjusting as needed to attract new business opportunities and drive growth.
•Demonstrating consistent sales activity by tracking key metrics-such as outreach volume, meetings held, and pipeline progression-and participating in structured, regular 1:1s to review performance, ensure accountability, and drive continuous improvement.
•Executing targeted sales strategies to acquire and convert new customers, while collaborating closely with Project Management and Marketing teams to align messaging, support proposal development, and ensure seamless handoff and execution.
Sales Process: Driving new revenue growth through personal efforts, by articulating the value of KO Construction to prospective customers and closing sales. This includes:
•Employ strategies to engage key decision-makers, secure meetings, and align prospects with KOC's ideal client profile.
•Guiding customers through the sales process with a focus on delivering tailored solutions, overcoming objections and closing sales that meet customer needs and expectations.
•Collecting and leveraging valuable customer insights to personalize engagements, understand needs, and recommend tailored solutions that align with their vision, budget, and style.
•Setting clear expectations, following up to ensure satisfaction, and requesting referrals and testimonials to build credibility and attract new customers.
Client Engagement & Retention: Building trust-based, long-term relationships that extend well beyond the initial sale, by proactively supporting clients through each project phase, delivering consistent value, clear communication, and a high-quality experience aligned with KO's standards.
•Deliver a high-touch customer experience through proactive communication and follow-up
•Conduct regular business reviews with clients to demonstrate value and identify expansion opportunities
•Act as a strategic partner to clients-advising, educating, and advocating on their behalf
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering closely with internal teams to deliver seamless client experiences and drive strategic growth opportunities
•Work closely with Estimating, Project Management, Finance, and Leadership to support client success
•Share market intelligence and customer feedback to improve internal processes and marketing effectiveness
Networking & Industry Presence: Actively engaging with industry professionals, associations, and events to build relationships, generate leads, and position KO Construction as a trusted leader
•Represent KO at industry events, association meetings, and online forums to generate leads
•Build referral pipelines and establish KO as a respected resource in the self-storage construction industry
Forecasting & Data Management
•Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, opportunities, and forecasts in HubSpot
•Provide regular updates to leadership on pipeline health and sales performance
•Capture key business intelligence from prospects to drive future sales strategy
Qualifications
•5+ years in complex B2B sales, preferably within construction, real estate development, or related fields
•A proven hunter mentality with the ability to thrive in a consultative selling environment.
•Demonstrated ability to generate new business and close deals independently
•Strong knowledge of construction processes, zoning, and permitting is a plus
•Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
•Business-savvy with a consultative sales mindset and customer-first orientation
•Skilled in CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot) and Microsoft Office
•Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders across projects and departments
•Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments
What Success Looks Like
•Pipeline growth and deal velocity aligned with KO's revenue goals
•Seamless client transitions with high satisfaction ratings
•Strong internal collaboration and consistent communication with leadership
•Deepening industry presence and expansion of KO's market footprint
Salary Description
$65-75K Base plus commission bonus
Required
Preferred
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