Ernest is seeking a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to fuel our expansion by generating new opportunities with potential construction and software clients. As the initial point of contact, you will introduce Ernest, cultivate early interest, and help develop a robust sales pipeline.
What You'll Do
- Conduct high-volume outbound outreach, including 50–60 cold calls per day, plus email, SMS, and LinkedIn messaging.
- Introduce Ernest’s construction and software offerings to prospective clients across franchise, retail, QSR, and commercial markets.
- Identify and engage general contractors, property owners, franchise operators, and other potential partners.
- Execute top-of-funnel calls to generate interest, qualify basic fit, and route engaged prospects to the sales team.
- Build and maintain targeted prospect lists aligned with Ernest’s ideal customer profile.
- Research companies, markets, and decision-makers to uncover new opportunities.
- Use Ernest’s platform to track outreach, document conversations, and manage lead status.
- Follow up consistently with warm leads to convert them into scheduled meetings.
- Track metrics and contribute to refining outreach strategies, scripts, and processes.
- Collaborate with the sales team to ensure smooth handoff and alignment on pipeline priorities.
What We're Looking For
- 1–2 years of experience in outbound sales, prospecting, or top-of-funnel lead generation.
- Comfort with high-volume outreach, including cold calling and multi-channel communication.
- Strong spoken English is required, including the ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally in real time.
- Ability to research companies, identify decision-makers, and understand basic construction or commercial project contexts.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities to track outreach, follow-ups, and pipeline activity.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Nice to Have
- Construction or B2B experience is a plus.
Team & Environment
No two days will ever be the same. You’ll have the opportunity to help solve big problems within a refreshing balance of team support and ownership of your work. You'll be part of our growth as we expand across the United States and into additional service offerings.
Ernest is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from every background and life experience.




