Kraft Mechanical is hiring!

Come and join Kraft Mechanical – where QUALITY is our Kraft!  Our customers at Kraft are top priority every time, and we strive to provide our market with nothing less than the best.

Kraft Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and  does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Business Development Manager

Description:

The Business Development Manager will network/build relationships with clients to identify their needs and sell Preventative Maintenance Agreements to new customers. Additional sales opportunities for products and services offered by Kraft Mechanical will occur periodically, as well engaging current service customers to sell Preventative Maintenance Agreements.

Essential Responsibilities::

• Identifies potential service opportunities with new customers. Responsible for targeting prospects and qualifying Preventative Maintenance Agreement opportunities
• Converts leads into opportunities by assigning the appropriate sales process, identifying the required sales team members, making assignments, and communicating the next steps in the process
• Develops multiple relationships with buying influencers in the customer’s organization, including facility manager, project managers, project engineers, property managers, owners, brokers and purchasing agents.
• Conduct site visits or walk throughs as required to assist with estimates
• Prepare estimates and proposals for customers on new Preventative Maintenance Agreements.
• Presents the proposal and negotiates price, terms, and conditions with customer.
• Assists customers in answering technical questions on HVAC systems, Energy Efficient Products, and relevant industry issues
• Support marketing efforts by participating in select trade shows or marketing events
• Grow customer base and volume of service customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities to perform duties effectively:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent sales and customer service skills with proven negotiation skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Minimum Education Required:

Please send resume and cover letter, with salary requirements to [email protected]

Project Manager

Description:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members. Design-build experience is a plus!

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Review mechanical drawings and specifications for completeness and best practices
• Consult with vendors, subcontractors, and Kraft Mechanical staff to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Analyze blueprints and construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Conduct site visits or walk throughs as required to assist with estimates
• Manage awarded projects from beginning to end
• Plan, execute, and finalize projects within budgets and timelines
• Coordinate and direct field staff and sub-contractors for awarded projects
• Set and manage project expectations with team members and sub-contractors
• Plan and schedule project timelines
• Attend project meetings
• Request bonds when called out in bid documents
• Complete and deliver project close-out documents

Qualifications:

• Prefer Bachelor’s Degree. If no degree, High school diploma or GED along with a St. Paul or Minneapolis Competency Card is required;
• Minimum 5 years of related field experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Please send resume and cover letter, with salary requirements to [email protected]