About Pieper Electric
Pieper Electric is a leading industrial electrical service contractor supporting large-scale facilities with critical infrastructure needs. From emergency repairs to major installations and preventative maintenance, we keep our customers powered, safe, and productive. With decades of expertise and a strong technical team, we're growing our sales organization to reach new clients and expand our impact.
About the Role
We're looking for a motivated, technically minded Business Development Manager to drive new business and build strong client relationships. You'll sell industrial electrical services—including maintenance programs, system upgrades, and installations—while partnering with internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and pursue new business opportunities within assigned markets
- Build relationships with facility managers, plant engineers, and procurement teams
- Conduct site visits to assess needs and recommend solutions
- Collaborate with estimating and operations to create accurate proposals
- Present, negotiate, and close service agreements and project bids
- Maintain CRM updates, pipeline management, and activity reporting
- Attend industry events, networking opportunities, and client meetings
- Stay current on electrical codes, technologies, and industry trends
Why Build Your Career With Pieper Electric?
Pieper Electric offers the unique advantage of employee ownership, giving every team member a stake in our collective success. We provide outstanding benefits—including no-premium health, dental, and vision coverage, a generous 401(k) match, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, collaborative environment. Our values-driven culture prioritizes work-life balance, continuous development, and leadership grounded in Servant's Heart, Wisdom, Integrity, Courage, Humility, Passion, and Hunger.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of B2B sales experience (industrial, electrical, or construction preferred)
- Proven ability to generate leads and close deals in a technical/service environment
- Basic understanding of electrical or industrial systems (no hands-on work required)
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot) and Microsoft Office
- Self-driven hunter mindset with a team-oriented approach
- Valid driver's license and local travel availability
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience selling to industrial, manufacturing, or commercial facilities
- Background in electrical engineering, construction management, or technical sales
- Existing network in relevant industries
- Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary + commission
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing sales training and development
Pieper Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Details :
At Pieper Electric, our people are our power. As a full-service electrical, mechanical, and automation contractor, our people are what enable us to stand out in our industry. They're the reason for our success. Founded on the principle that every person should strive to first and foremost be a servant leader, we work tirelessly to keep our people safe, enlighten and stimulate their minds, and teach them how to be good stewards of the community in a genuinely serving way. From these efforts, we've grown into a truly unique company.
Pieper Electric extends its reach through specialized brands, each excelling in their respective fields. Pieper Automation, Systems Technologies, Pro Lightning Protection, and Ideal Mechanical operate under the same commitment to excellence. By putting our people first, we are able to consistently deliver to the highest quality standards in the industry and develop lasting relationships with our customers.
