Ben Christensen
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Adaptable professional with a background in sales and a growing portfolio of successful project management achievements. Skilled in coordinating resources, managing timelines, enhancing customer relationships, and aligning project deliverables with organizational goals. Known for problem-solving under pressure and building strong stakeholder relationships. Eager to apply transferable skills and formal project management training to drive success in larger-scale, strategic initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Representative
Electrical Engineering & Equipment Co. (3E)
2024.05 - Current
- Secured new sales for generator systems and associated equipment while fostering customer relationships
- Enhanced revenue by $25,000 through introduction of new preventative maintenance services for generator systems
- Educated multiple company locations on integration of new software system
- Directed project management for generators, transfer switches, and switchgear systems from quotation to client delivery
- Managed generator equipment orders and optimized warehouse distribution
- Reviewed electrical drawings and specifications to create detailed quotes
- Oversaw customer financial accounts for generator systems parts orders and preventative maintenance agreements
- Coordinated with project management team on document management generator sizing and scheduling for EPC projects
Study Abroad
AAMS
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Collaborated with Danish and foreign students in Marine Engineering program
- Coordinated with students across multiple nations to complete course material
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of solar wind district heating along with auxiliary power generation systems
Treasurer
Sigma Nu Fraternity, ISU Chapter
2021.11 - 2022.11
- Establish and oversee chapter budget each semester
- Allocate financial authority to each officer for budget control and track decisions made
- Chaired largest annual philanthropy event, 'Snufest', raising $18,000 for St. Jude's Children's Hospital
- Supported local animal shelter in executing donation drive for essential supplies while enhancing dog adoption visibility through 'Puppy Heaven' annual event
Intern
3E - Electrical Engineering & Equipment Company
2022.05 - 2022.10
- Collaborated with outside sales team to enhance solar photovoltaic sales techniques
- Conducted site walks for residential and commercial solar photovoltaic applications
- Coordinated various elements of solar photovoltaic projects, emphasizing utility data evaluation, solar array optimization, quote generation, and customer engagement
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable and Renewable Energy, Engineering Technology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL2024-05
Illinois State University Honors Program -
Illinois State University
Normal, IL2024-05
Skills
- Sales
- Project Management
- Customer Support
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Acrobat
- Smartsheet
Skills Proficiencies
- Sales
- Project Management
- Customer Support
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Acrobat
- Smartsheet
Timeline
Inside Sales Representative
Electrical Engineering & Equipment Co. (3E)
2024.05 - Current
Study Abroad
AAMS
2023.01 - 2023.06
Intern
3E - Electrical Engineering & Equipment Company
2022.05 - 2022.10
Treasurer
Sigma Nu Fraternity, ISU Chapter
2021.11 - 2022.11
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable and Renewable Energy, Engineering Technology
Illinois State University
Illinois State University Honors Program -
Illinois State University