Account Executive I - Energy

Account Executive I - Energy

Location TX - Houston

Job Family Business Development - Energy

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

Never satisfied, we are compelled by our values to eliminate barriers standing in the way of a better built environment. We design, build, optimize and maintain the high-performing facilities and energy assets in our communities.

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding an Account Executive to our growing Energy projects and design build division in Houston, TX.

Are you a driven and highly motivated sales professional passionate about the built environment? We seek a dynamic and experienced AE to join our team of high-performing sales professionals. In this role, you will have the opportunity to significantly impact the industry by offering consultative sales solutions to our clients in the built environment. We're looking for someone with a proven track record of success in consultative, solution selling, preferably in K-12 or public/local government sectors.

In this role, your day-to-day will consist of:

• Developing and executing a sales plan to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Building solid relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers in the built environment
• Delivering consultative sales solutions to meet the unique needs of each client
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends and innovations and sharing this knowledge with clients
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless sales experience for our clients
• Presenting to school boards and other decision-making bodies
• Making in-person sales calls, client meetings, and attending industry events and conferences

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

2-5+ years of proven sales experience with a strong track record of achieving and exceeding targets. Or, have personal network and purchasing experience coming from the buyer's side within K-12.

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, architecture, or equivalent business experience required.

Knowledge of energy efficiency, building infrastructure systems, and facility management preferred.

Understanding of the built environment and the challenges faced by our clients

Strong consultative sales skills and the ability to build relationships and trust with key stakeholders

The ability to understand and articulate complex technical solutions to non-technical clients

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

A self-starter mentality with a drive to continuously learn and grow

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

The pay range for this position is $83,025 - $126,825 per year plus sales commission; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.