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Account Executive (Commercial Construction)

A1 Quality Blinds, Los Angeles, CA, United States


Account Executive (Commercial Construction)

Full-Time | Hybrid | Southern California (San Diego / OC / LA)

Some travel across CA | $80K–$100K base + uncapped commission | $130K–$180K+ OTE


About A1 Quality Blinds

A1 Quality Blinds is an established California operator specializing in commercial window coverings and automated shade systems. We work in a relationship-driven corner of commercial construction where the difference between "priced" and "awarded" is follow-through, trust, and timing.

With strong manufacturer relationships—including preferred automation dealer status—and a solid pipeline of active opportunities, we have a meaningful chance to lift conversion simply by putting a dedicated closer in the seat.


The Role

This position reports directly to the CEO. You'll be the point person responsible for converting active opportunities, deepening general contractor relationships, and building a new recurring revenue line that gives you faster wins while the longer-cycle project pipeline matures.


What You'll Own

Drive conversion on active bid opportunities

  • Follow-up, decision-maker access, feedback loops, negotiation, and close
  • Turn "sent" into "signed" with disciplined persistence


Build and deepen GC relationships

  • Target preconstruction leadership, senior PMs, and executives across Southern California
  • Earn repeat invitations and awards through trust and consistent delivery


Own a new recurring revenue line

  • Prospecting through close on maintenance contracts and automation service agreements
  • Create predictable monthly revenue while project pipeline matures


Run a clean pipeline

  • Rigorous CRM hygiene, notes, next steps, and weekly forecasting you can stand behind
  • Coordinate with estimating and executive team to ensure scopes are understood and deals don't stall


Represent A1 in the field

  • Job walks, office visits, relationship meetings, and targeted touchpoints
  • Be the face of the company with key accounts


What "Winning" Looks Like

You consistently turn "sent" into "signed," lift our overall conversion rate from current 19% to 30%+, and build $30K+ MRR in recurring revenue within 12 months while expanding and revitalizing our client relationship base.


What We're Looking For

Required:

  • Proven quota carrier who can show sustained overperformance (110%+ of quota for 2+ years)
  • Real close rate you can document—not just activity metrics
  • Organized, accountable, and disciplined with follow-up. You keep your world tight.
  • Polished and persuasive with decision-makers—confident, direct, and easy to trust
  • Comfortable with long-cycle selling (6–12+ months) where persistence and process matter
  • Proficiency in CRM tools (HubSpot preferred) and pipeline management

Helpful, not necessary:

  • Commercial construction sales experience (GC, subcontractor, or supplier side)
  • Existing relationships with SoCal general contractors
  • Experience selling service/maintenance contracts or recurring revenue products

The ability to learn fast, operate with structure, and close is the core requirement.


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $80K–$100K (based on experience)
  • Commission: Uncapped, paid quarterly
  • OTE Year 1: $130K–$1800K
  • Benefits: Health, 401(k), mileage reimbursement, phone line provided
  • Schedule: Hybrid flexibility (2–3 days in-office/field per week)


How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief note (bullet points work) covering:

  • What you've sold (product/service, deal size, sales cycle)
  • Who you sold to (buyer titles, company types)
  • Your quota performance over the last 12 months (%, $ to quota, close rate if available)


Apply here: https://airtable.com/appn0n67jHvgbgUuQ/pagdVIAqadYNkjEn3/form

or email: Sam@a1qualityblinds.com