Smallworks

Work at Smallworks

Smallworks is an award-winning company that is committed to affordable and sustainable housing. We offer our employees a creative and friendly environment where each member of the team is highly valued. Our compensation is competitive and includes health benefits.

If, after reviewing the job description below, you have a burning desire to join the team, please email your resume and cover letter to careers@smallworks.ca

Experienced carpenters are always encouraged to send us a resume.

Sales Representative

Job Description:

Smallworks, the premier builder of laneway homes and infill development in Vancouver, BC, is seeking an experienced Sales Representative to join our team. So far, our success has been fostered by our ability to react to our clients’ needs and in turn, create a meaningful relationship with that individual or family. We build great little houses for people and families who need housing, and we knock it out of the park when we do it.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for our prospective clients. This role involves assessing project viability, estimating costs, presenting timelines, conducting site visits, touring clients through our current projects under construction, supporting events, and signing phase one design agreements. The ideal candidate will have a background in high- end sales, with a preference for candidates with real estate, construction, or design experience.

 

Key Responsibilities:

    • Serve as the initial point of contact for prospective clients, offering exceptional customer service.
    • Conduct in-home site visits to present initial thoughts on project viability, cost, and timeline.
    • Lead tours of our existing projects under construction to prospective clients.
    • Support the planning and execution of promotional and educational events.
    • Present and sign phase one design agreements with clients.
    • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships.
    • Collaborate with design and construction teams to ensure seamless communication and project progression.

 

Qualifications:

    • Minimum of 5 years of professional sales experience, preferably in a high-end or luxury market.
    • Background in real estate and/or construction is strongly desired.
    • Experience or strong interest in architectural or interior design.
    • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
    • Exceptional presentation and negotiation skills.
    • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings is a plus.
    • Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office suite.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

Key Competencies:

    • Customer Focus: Demonstrates a desire to proactively help and serve internal/external customers to meet their needs.
    • Negotiation Skills: Able to assert and communicate persuasively, resolve differences, and pursue mutual benefit.
    • Initiative: Takes independent actions and calculated risks; seeks out new and improved ways to contribute to the business.
    • Adaptability: Able to easily deal with changes and unexpected events.
    • Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure, and treats others with respect and consideration.

 

Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Real Estate, Construction Management, Design, or related field preferred.

 

Additional Requirements:

    • Must have a valid driver’s license.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
    • Must be eligible to work in Canada.

 

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and explaining why you are the best fit for this position to careers@smallworks.ca.

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Smallworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Carpenter

Job Summary

The role consists of a range of varying activities and includes but is not limited to back framing and finishing. The role is essentially a hands on supporting role for our projects in construction at any one time.  

Responsibilities

  • Accepts direction from the Construction Coordinator and Site Supervisors
  • Proficient in take offs and estimations
  • Displays good manners and attitude toward the clients, occupants of the property, co-workers and sub-contractors
  • Provides solutions to onsite issues
  • Provides feedback to drive continuous improvement

 

Requirements

  • Sound understanding of the entire building process and building code
  • Work effectively as an individual or a team leader
  • Full Drivers licence and vehicle 
  • Basic tooling required
  • Strong time management and communication skills 

 

Preferred Experience 

  • 3-5 years carpentry/trades experience

 

Interested candidates whose resume and cover letter best demonstrate how they meet the requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview.

The role could be a full or part time position

The starting rate will be negotiable based on your experience and will be reviewed upon completion of the probation period of 3 months.