Interior Design Sales - Account Executive

Atlanta, GA | Full-Time | Travel Required (Client Office located in Cumberland/Vinings area)/Hybrid About the Opportunity A nationally recognized architecture and design firm headquartered in Atlanta is seeking an Interior Design Sales - Account Executive professional to drive new client acquisition and expand existing relationships across the firm's strategic market sectors. This is a newly created, dedicated pursuits role designed to free up firm principals and market sector leaders to focus on client relationships and project delivery, while this individual drives the front-end pipeline. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for a self-motivated AEC professional who understands how architecture and design firms win work, knows how to build relationships with owners, developers, and institutional clients, and thrives in a consultative, relationship-driven pursuits environment. What You Will Do Develop and execute an annual business development plan aligned with the firm's strategic growth objectives across healthcare, education, worship, and commercial sectorsIdentify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, industry events, referrals, and direct prospectingBuild and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective clients and active opportunitiesSchedule and lead introductory meetings, discovery conversations, and follow-up meetings with prospective clients and key decision-makersAdvance opportunities through each stage of the sales process and transition qualified pursuits to firm principals and market sector leadersIdentify expansion opportunities within existing and former client accountsMaintain accurate CRM records, pipeline forecasts, and business development activity reportsPartner with marketing and technical staff on proposals, interview preparation, and pursuit strategyMonitor market trends, economic development activity, and competitive intelligence across target sectorsMeet or exceed annual sales activity, pipeline, and revenue objectives What You Bring 3 to 7 years of business development or sales experience, with at least 2 years in architecture, engineering, construction, commercial real estate, or a related professional services industryDemonstrated track record of generating new business and achieving revenue goalsStrong relationship-building, presentation, and networking skillsExperience with CRM platforms and pipeline managementSelf-motivated, organized, and disciplined in follow-up and activity managementBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferredExisting relationships with owners, developers, or institutional clients in the Atlanta market is a significant plus Bonus Points SMPS membership (Society for Marketing Professional Services)Experience supporting RFP responses, proposals, and interview presentations in an AEC environmentFamiliarity with public sector procurement processes (GSFIC, GSA, local government) Compensation and Benefits Base salary: $80,000 to $90,000 commensurate with experienceIncentive compensation on net new revenue generatedFull benefits package including health, dental, and visionHigh-visibility role with direct access to firm leadershipSignificant growth potential as the firm expands its business development function To Apply This position is posted on behalf of a VIP client by Tier 1 Consulting, Inc., a boutique talent acquisition firm specializing in AEC placements across the Southeast. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for a confidential phone screen. Company DescriptionImmediate telephone interviews for QUALIFIED APPLICANTS within the next 1-2 business days, be sure to check your spam folder for emails. Please note that our Client requires that the individual selected is authorized to work in the United States for any employer without requiring sponsorship and/or visa transfer now or in the future.