Designworks Talent LLC · 1 month ago
Architectural Sales Manager
Houston
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expDesignworkstalent is representing a well-established, design-focused manufacturing organization seeking an Architectural Sales Manager. This role is responsible for driving architectural specifications and influencing early-stage projects while managing relationships within the A&D community.
ConsultingEmploymentOutsourcingRecruitingStaffing Agency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Proactively target and develop relationships with architects, designers, general contractors, and architectural decision-makers
Drive early-stage project discovery and influence product selection during schematic design and design development
Create and secure architectural specifications and basis-of-design positioning
Build, manage, and advance a strong pipeline of specified commercial projects
Track projects from specification through bid, award, fabrication, and installation
Prepare budgetary pricing, conceptual estimates, and formal proposals
Interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents to support project development
Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and production teams to ensure technical alignment
Maintain accurate CRM activity, pipeline reporting, and forecasting
Attend architectural events, AIA functions, design forums, and trade shows to generate new opportunities
Provide competitive, market, and design-trend feedback to internal stakeholders
Qualification
Required
5+ years of B2B sales experience focused on architectural specifications
Demonstrated success calling on architectural and design firms
Established strong ties with architects, designers, specifiers, owners, and GCs
Experience selling architectural products, façade systems, specialty building materials, or custom-fabricated solutions
Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, drawings, and CSI specifications
Experience managing a defined sales territory or region
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university required
Valid driver's license required
Must be authorized to work in the U.S
Background check required
Preferred
CRM experience (Salesforce or similar preferred)
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits with multiple plan options
Matching 401K
Paid time off
Flexible, professional work environment
Company
Designworks Talent LLC
Designworks Talent specializes in the design and delivery of enterprise workforce solutions including strategy, talent acquisition, engagement, and succession planning.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Brian Harmsen
Founder & CEO
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