--- title: 'Houston Sales Assistant at Homebound' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/houston-sales-assistant-homebound-houston-c6q8mpeh4de6' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # Houston Sales Assistant at Homebound - **Company:** Homebound - **Location:** Houston, TX - **Compensation:** $21–$26/hr - **Employment:** full-time - **Posted:** 2026-08-04 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/homebound/241636e4-ba71-4d8e-a1f6-acc45ce7b00f ## Job description About Us: Homebound is on a mission to make it possible for anyone, anywhere, to build a home using technology. Created by an experienced team of construction, real estate, design, and technology experts, Homebound is transforming the residential construction industry by improving the costly and inefficient process of building a home. We’ve created an entirely new way to build homes with technology powering every stage from start to finish to provide a seamless experience for our customers. Homeowners across the country can choose where they want to live, select a home plan that’s perfect for them, then personalize and buy it, all online. Homebound has raised $150M in capital from leading venture capitalists like Google, Khosla, Thrive Ventures, and we’re scaling quickly in places like Texas, Colorado and Florida. Come build your future with us. About The Role: We’re seeking a Sales Assistant to join our Houston home sales team. This position combines customer-facing responsibilities supporting residential real estate transactions and critical sales administrative operations. You’ll be a key point of contact for prospective buyers and agents while ensuring seamless administrative operations that keep our sales process running smoothly. This role will primarily support the Houston Infill team, but may also assist other markets or the Houston Suburban team as needed. This role is hybrid and will include a mix of in-person work at our Houston office, job sites, and local showings, as well as some remote work from home. What You'll Do: Buyer & Agent Relations - Engage prospective buyers and real estate agents, providing information about Homebound’s available homes, floor plans, and personalization options - Capture and qualify buyer leads according to Homebound’s criteria, including pre-qualification status and timeline - Coordinate and schedule buyer showings, property tours, and agent previews - Assist buyers in navigating the purchase process from initial inquiry through contract execution - Coordinate with the marketing team on broker outreach, community events, and listing promotions Sales Coordination & Administrative Support - Follow up with prospective buyers and their agents via phone, email, and text to nurture relationships and move them through the sales funnel - Maintain and update Salesforce CRM with accurate lead information, interactions, and pipeline status - Process and track sales contracts, earnest money, and closing documentation, ensuring all paperwork is complete and accurate - Coordinate between buyers, buyer’s agents, title companies, lenders, and internal teams on contract timelines and deliverables - Prepare sales reports, track market performance metrics, and support forecasting activities - Schedule design consultations, inspections, and buyer milestone meetings - Manage incoming inquiries via phone, email, and website leads, ensuring timely responses - Support the Houston Account Executive with presentation materials, competitive market analysis, and buyer communications What You'll Bring: Required: - 4+ years of experience in sales support, residential real estate, or customer service - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly with diverse customers and agents - Excellent written and verbal communication abilities - Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce experience preferred) - High attention to detail and strong organizational skills - Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings as needed - Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Preferred: - Licensed Real Estate Agent in the state of Texas - 2+ years of experience in residential real estate sales or transaction coordination - Familiarity with the Houston real estate market, neighborhoods, and pricing trends - Knowledge of homebuilding terminology and new construction processes - Experience with contract processing, title coordination, and closing documentation - Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field What Makes You Successful: - Customer-first mindset: You genuinely enjoy helping people find their dream home - Self-starter mentality: You can manage your time and priorities independently - Tech-savvy: You’re comfortable learning new systems and leveraging technology to work efficiently - Detail-oriented: Nothing falls through the cracks on your watch - Adaptable: You can seamlessly shift between engaging buyers and agents and diving into administrative tasks - Team player: You support the sales team’s success and collaborate effectively across departments Our Commitment: We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please submit an application with your resume on the Career’s page. Homebound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. Homebound considers all qualified applicants in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Our Compensation Philosophy: Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Please note that the salary range displayed on each job posting may vary by state. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter will share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that each job posting includes a general description of any other compensation offered for the position in addition to the salary range displayed on the job posting. You can find information about our benefits [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B9WSBBE-fDRH0jSaDX2zsfMfxQSe5DqE/view?usp=drive_link). ## About Homebound ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Homebound is a tech‑enabled homebuilder that uses proprietary software and AI to simplify and accelerate the custom home building process. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series C, total funding ~$150M) - **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States - **Founded**: 2018 - **Founders**: Nikki Pechet (CEO), John H. Meyer ## Core Business - Primary industry: Residential construction / homebuilding - Target customers: Homeowners (B2C) seeking custom homes; also construction teams and trade partners. - Mission: “Make it possible for anyone, anywhere, to build a home using technology.” (homebound.com) ## Products & Services - **Homebound Platform**: A first‑of‑its‑kind software system that manages the entire homebuilding process – from design and permitting to procurement, construction, and customer communication. Uses AI/ML to reduce build times (reportedly 8× faster than traditional builders) and improve transparency. - **Homebuilding Service**: End‑to‑end custom home construction, including design packages, guaranteed pricing, and project management. Available in California, Texas, Colorado, and Florida. - **Homebound Luxury**: A dedicated service for high‑end custom homes. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Total funding ~$150M (conflicting reports: $148.4M on LinkedIn, $150M on Built In). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Khosla Ventures (led Series C), Thrive Capital (led Series A), Google (GV), and others. - **Growth Signals**: - Building in four states (CA, TX, CO, FL) with plans to expand. - Claims 30% faster pre‑construction and 45% faster build times compared to industry averages. - Active job postings have increased 450% year‑over‑year (LinkedIn). - Revenue estimated at $5M annually (LinkedIn, proxy estimate). ## Competitive Advantages - **Tech‑First Approach**: Digitized every stage of homebuilding – a rare combination of software and construction execution. - **Speed & Efficiency**: Uses AI/ML to coordinate scheduling, materials, and labor, delivering homes significantly faster than traditional builders. - **Strong Backing**: Venture capital from top‑tier firms (Khosla, Thrive, Google) provides resources for scaling and R&D. - **Customer‑Centric**: Online personalization, transparent pricing, and a dedicated project manager via the Homebound app. ## Strategic Focus - Continue geographic expansion into high‑demand housing markets. - Deepen technology moat through AI and machine learning to further reduce build times and costs. - Scale the “remote‑first” operating model to attract talent nationally while maintaining on‑site construction teams in active markets. ## Why Work Here - **Work Model**: Remote‑first with hybrid flexibility for teams that need in‑person collaboration (office locations in San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, Fort Myers, Los Angeles, New York). - **Culture**: “One team on a mission” – a blend of construction, real estate, design, and technology professionals. Emphasis on innovation, speed, and customer impact. - **Benefits**: - 100% coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance. - Mental health & wellness coverage. - Flexible PTO and generous paid holidays. - Parental leave, Fidelity 401k, and company equity. - Annual wellness reimbursement and home office setup stipend. - **Engineering Culture**: Teams work with AI/ML to solve real‑world construction problems; tech stack includes modern tools (GitHub, etc.). 45 product + tech employees out of ~190 total. ## Sources 1. [homebound.com/careers](https://www.homebound.com/careers) 2. [homebound.com/](https://www.homebound.com/) 3. [homebound.com/about](https://www.homebound.com/about) 4. [linkedin.com/company/homebound-construction](https://www.linkedin.com/company/homebound-construction) 5. 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