Residential Sales Representative
Job Description
Job Title: Residential Sales Representative
Industry: Landscape Construction & Environmental Restoration
Location (City, State): Austin, TX
Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay: $30 / hour (Approx. $65,000–$74,000 annually upon conversion)
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday | Standard Day Shift | Fully Onsite
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
About The Company
Our client is a well-established landscape design-build company serving residential, commercial, and government clients throughout Central Texas. They specialize in sustainable landscape solutions, including construction, irrigation, masonry, planting, ecological restoration, and earthwork. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization that values integrity, collaboration, and exceptional customer service.
Job Description
Our client is seeking a Residential Sales Representative to drive new business and grow residential landscape projects throughout the Austin area. This role is ideal for someone with previous landscape or construction experience who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and managing projects from initial consultation through completion. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and inbound leads
- Meet with homeowners to assess project needs and recommend landscape solutions
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through project completion
- Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering exceptional customer service
- Prepare proposals, review contracts, negotiate project details, and assist with payment collection
- Partner with internal teams to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction
- Maintain accurate sales records, reports, and customer information within company systems
- Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and competitive opportunities
- Attend networking events and visit customer sites throughout the Austin area
Qualifications
- 2+ years of outside sales experience, preferably within landscape, construction, or related industries
- Previous experience or knowledge of the landscape, construction, irrigation, or maintenance industry
- Basic understanding of the construction or landscape bidding and sales process
- Experience reading and understanding construction contracts is preferred
- Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred but not required
- Landscape industry certifications or licenses are a plus
Perks:
- Opportunity to join a growing, locally respected company with strong leadership
- Contract-to-hire position with long-term career potential
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment with direct access to company leadership
- Diverse workday with a mix of office time, client meetings, and job site visits
- Opportunity to grow within the landscape construction and environmental restoration industry
