McQuay International

Account Executive - Applied Rep

McQuay International$96K — $144K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of sales experience in HVAC industry
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, HVAC, or construction
  • Strong understanding of the HVAC contracting business
  • Proficient in reading construction documents and drawings
  • Effective project management skills, experience with PM software preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute territory and account plans aligned with growth priorities
  • Build relationships with consulting engineers, contractors, and strategic owners
  • Drive specification activity focusing on VRV, heat pump, and decarbonization solutions
  • Identify and pursue new market opportunities and target accounts
  • Manage project opportunities through design to award and turnover
  • Lead pricing strategy to protect margin and assist with contractor negotiations
  • Coordinate with internal operations to ensure project success

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and training
  • Participation in product launches and internal sales initiatives
  • Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate client needs
  • Opportunity for advancement within a growing company
  • Travel opportunities for fieldwork and client engagement
Full Job Description
The Account Executive- Applied Rep is responsible for driving profitable revenue growth within assigned accounts by developing relationships, influencing specifications, and managing opportunities from design through closeout. This role balances individual and team sales performance while protecting margin, improving efficiency, and expanding market share in alignment with AirReps and manufacturer strategies.

Position Responsibilities May include;

Market & Account Development

o Develop and execute territory and account plans aligned with AirReps growth priorities.

o Build strong relationships with consulting engineers, contractors, and strategic owners.

o Drive basis-of-design and specification activity, with emphasis on VRV, heat pump, and decarbonization solutions.

o Identify and pursue new market opportunities, verticals, and target accounts.

o Represent AirReps' manufacturers professionally and consistently in the market.

Project & Sales Execution

o Manage project opportunities from design through bid, award, and turnover.

o Lead pricing strategy in coordination with sales management to protect margin.

o Support bid-day activity and contractor negotiations.

o Maintain accurate pipeline, backlog, and project data in Salesforce.

Internal Coordination

o Coordinate closely with project internal operations teams.

o Ensure proper project handoff, documentation, and communication.

o Participate in turnover meetings and support execution through installation and commissioning.

o Identify service, maintenance, and aftermarket opportunities tied to equipment sales.

o Follow standardized sales processes, tools, CRM and reporting expectations.

o Participate in training, product launches, and internal sales initiatives.

Nature & Scope:
• Applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience
• Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision
• Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals
• Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex; takes a new perspective on existing solutions

Knowledge & Skills:
• Understanding of the HVAC contracting business
• Ability to read and understand construction documents/drawings
• Strong customer service skills and relationship management skills with the ability to generate new business through creating and carrying out a sales plan
• Working knowledge of MS Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Effective Project Management skills, working knowledge of PM software, experience with Asana is a plus
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with internal and external customers and employees
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Change management skills- implementing new processes and procedures
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving techniques
• Effective organizational and time management skills including ability to prioritize and on-time completion of projects
• Ability to apply good judgement and strong work ethics and integrity on the job
• Ability to adapt quickly to change and work effectively on various types of activities
• Strong team player, results orientated, dedication to excellence and sense of urgency to achieve business objectives
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to travel to work sites / customer locations to accommodate account/client needs
• Ability to practice safe work habits and follow company policies/procedures including safety guidelines

Experience:
• Minimum 3-5 plus years of sales experience in HVAC Industry

Education/Certification:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, HVAC, or Construction Field (or equivalent, relevant industry experience)

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Out-of-the -area and overnight travel on occasion. Valid driver's license required without driving restrictions
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Reports To: Director of Sales

Salary: The Account Executive position is paid on a commission basis with a monthly draw from $8,000 up $12,000 to be paid semi-monthly. Your monthly draw will be deducted from your monthly commission payment.

About McQuay International

McQuay International is a manufacturer of HVAC equipment and solutions. The company was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. McQuay International offers a range of products including air conditioning units, chillers, and air handling units. The company has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. McQuay International is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd.
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