Commercial Sales Associate

Fort Collins, CO - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 120000 - 120000

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Commercial solar isnt something most people think about every day. Most picture panels on homes but the commercial side is where long-term impact happens. Companies developers architects and general contractors turn to solar because it lowers costs strengthens energy resilience and supports smarter building. Thats where Sandbox Solar comes in.

Weve grown quickly here in Northern Colorado and weve done it by keeping our focus on people craftsmanship and genuine partnership. That approach has earned us recognition from NoCO Style BizWest Nextdoor Denver Business Journal Solar Power World and the International Electrical Contractors.

And now lets get into what we are looking for...

We have an opening for a Commercial Sales Associate thats a little different from a traditional sales role. Instead of chasing cold leads youll be building relationships with the professionals who shape commercial projects - general contractors architects developers project managers and others in the construction world.

Here is some of what a successful candidate will be doing

Building and maintaining relationships with general contractors architects developers and project managers
Finding new commercial solar opportunities through Bidnet Building connections industry outreach and networking events
Designing systems accurately build financial models and support clear data-driven project pricing
Attending networking events and connect directly with decision-maker
Responding to RFPs and work with internal teams to create strong proposals
Assisting project design and pricing using solar design tools and coordination with operations
Supporting marketing efforts and help increase brand visibility in the commercial market

We require

At least 1 year of experience in commercial solar sales or business development
Understanding ofRFPs and the commercial bidding process
Working knowledge of commercial electrical systems interconnection processes and solar financing option
Proficiency inHelioscopeEnergy ToolbaseMicrosoft Excel & CRM Tools
Good judgment a strategic mindset and a collaborative approach to commercial sales
A valid drivers license and a clean driving record

Bonus Points if you have a bachelors degree (preferred)

This will NOT be the right opportunity for those who

Shy away from building relationships cold-calling or networking
Drop the ball dont follow through and dont keep accurate records
Are uncomfortable or averse to using sales marketing and customer relations technology
Lack initiative drive and a sense of urgency
Arent personable confident and credible enough to represent Sandbox Solar and meet potential leads & referral sources.

This Role is Full Time (40 Hours per week) and Hybrid with 2-3 days in the office per week.

Pay starts at $60000 Base Annual Salary plus a monthly commission plan with a $30000 draw and 2.5 percent commission after breakeven.

We estimate this job will be filled by December 15 2025 but may extend it.

Required Experience: