
Expected annual compensation $100k+ uncapped
Schedule:
100% on-site in Westchester, IL (hybrid eventually)
Join a company ranked in the Top 2% nationwide by both clients and employees for more than seven years, and recognized as Best of Staffing for Internal Employee Satisfaction.
Sterling Engineering is growing fast, and we’re looking for a motivated
Account Executive
to join our team at our corporate office in Westchester, IL with a focus on expanding our
Energy and Infrastructure
client base.
What Role Will You Play As an Account Executive, you’ll be a core part of our business development team, focused on growing new relationships and expanding existing accounts within the
Energy and Infrastructure
space. You’ll identify opportunities, open doors, and position Sterling as a long-term staffing partner for engineering and technical talent. This role reports to the Business Unit Manager and works closely with recruiting leadership to drive results.
Key responsibilities include:
Identify, initiate, and secure new business within Energy and Infrastructure markets
Build prospect lists, execute outreach strategies, and generate new accounts
Develop strong relationships with decision makers and hiring leaders
Learn and understand technical roles and workforce needs in regulated and project-driven environments
Use sales tools such as social media, internal databases, networking events, and cold calling
Conduct in-person and virtual business development meetings and presentations
Maintain persistence in prospecting and consistently hit performance goals
Negotiate staffing agreements and partnership programs
Manage accounts strategically through market insight, communication, and long-term planning
Partner with recruiting teams to screen and present qualified candidates
Present talent to hiring managers with clear summaries and recommendations
Stay organized while managing multiple priorities
Travel locally to meet with clients and leadership teams
Grow accounts organically through referrals and expansion opportunities
What We’re Looking For
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Competitive, driven mindset with a love for business development
Comfort learning technical and engineering concepts
Consistent follow-up and professionalism with clients and candidates
Honest, consultative closing and negotiation skills
Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience preferred
Experience selling into Energy, Infrastructure, utilities, construction engineering, or industrial markets is a big plus
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Schedule:
100% on-site in Westchester, IL (hybrid eventually)
Join a company ranked in the Top 2% nationwide by both clients and employees for more than seven years, and recognized as Best of Staffing for Internal Employee Satisfaction.
Sterling Engineering is growing fast, and we’re looking for a motivated
Account Executive
to join our team at our corporate office in Westchester, IL with a focus on expanding our
Energy and Infrastructure
client base.
What Role Will You Play As an Account Executive, you’ll be a core part of our business development team, focused on growing new relationships and expanding existing accounts within the
Energy and Infrastructure
space. You’ll identify opportunities, open doors, and position Sterling as a long-term staffing partner for engineering and technical talent. This role reports to the Business Unit Manager and works closely with recruiting leadership to drive results.
Key responsibilities include:
Identify, initiate, and secure new business within Energy and Infrastructure markets
Build prospect lists, execute outreach strategies, and generate new accounts
Develop strong relationships with decision makers and hiring leaders
Learn and understand technical roles and workforce needs in regulated and project-driven environments
Use sales tools such as social media, internal databases, networking events, and cold calling
Conduct in-person and virtual business development meetings and presentations
Maintain persistence in prospecting and consistently hit performance goals
Negotiate staffing agreements and partnership programs
Manage accounts strategically through market insight, communication, and long-term planning
Partner with recruiting teams to screen and present qualified candidates
Present talent to hiring managers with clear summaries and recommendations
Stay organized while managing multiple priorities
Travel locally to meet with clients and leadership teams
Grow accounts organically through referrals and expansion opportunities
What We’re Looking For
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Competitive, driven mindset with a love for business development
Comfort learning technical and engineering concepts
Consistent follow-up and professionalism with clients and candidates
Honest, consultative closing and negotiation skills
Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience preferred
Experience selling into Energy, Infrastructure, utilities, construction engineering, or industrial markets is a big plus
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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