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Business Development Representative (BDR)

Romexterra Construction - Fire & Water Restoration Services, Addison, IL, United States


Fire & Water Restoration - Chicagoland

• Field‑Based | Company Vehicle Provided

Position Overview This is a field‑based, outside sales role focused on building and maintaining strong referral relationships. You will be on the road daily, meeting with insurance agents, plumbers, contractors, property managers, and other industry professionals who can refer property damage losses to Romexterra. Success in this role is measured by daily activity, relationship depth, and revenue generated.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct 15-20 in‑person stops per day with referral partners across Chicagoland

Build, manage, and maintain 25‑300 active referral relationships

Develop long‑term partnerships that consistently generate mitigation and reconstruction opportunities

Identify new referral sources and expand existing accounts

Attend industry events, client outings, and networking opportunities

Plan efficient daily routes to maximize productivity (company vehicle provided)

Work closely with marketing and operations to align messaging and execution

Track activity, referrals, and forecasts using CRM tools

Monitor market trends, competitors, and opportunities for growth

What We're Looking For

Proven success in outside sales, business development, or relationship‑based roles

Comfortable with daily field activity and high‑volume in‑person visits

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Self‑motivated, disciplined, and results‑driven

Able to work independently while collaborating with a team

Comfortable using CRM systems and Google Workspace

Experience in restoration, insurance, or home services is strongly preferred

Valid driver's license required

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $55,000‑$70,000

First‑Year OTE: $85,000‑$105,000

Second‑Year OTE: $115,000‑$130,000+

Top Performers: $140,000+

Commission Structure (Transparent)

3% of total mitigation and contents sales from your referral network

1% of total reconstruction/repair sales from your referral network

Performance‑based bonus tiers tied to total sales volume

Benefits Included:

Performance review after 90 days, then annually.

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match up to 6%

8 paid holidays (5 vacation days and 3 sick days PTO)

Birthday leave

Parental leave (2 weeks)

VASA gym membership

Relocation assistance available on a case‑by‑case basis.

Equal Opportunity & ADA Statement Romexterra is an equal opportunity employer. The company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job descriptions are intended to outline key duties and may be subject to change based on business needs. This employer may use applicant screening tools, including AI‑assisted evaluation, in accordance with Illinois law. A human review of your application is available upon request.

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