Client Service Leader - Water Services
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Location: Virginia Beach, VA 23450
Description:
Job Description
*** This position can be based in our Virginia Beach or Newport News, VA office ***
CDM Smith has a new opportunity for an experienced Client Service Leader to lead client engagement and business development for water infrastructure and resource services for multiple municipal clients in the Hampton Roads, Newport News, and Virginia Beach area. CDM Smith provides water infrastructure and resource consulting services out of our well established Newport News and Virginia Beach offices. We have worked on some of the largest water and wastewater projects for major clients throughout the area; we are looking for a seller who will help maintain, develop and implement our growth strategy in the Southeast Virginia area water infrastructure and resources market.
As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
- Developing new business and maintaining high-value relationships with water, wastewater and water resources clients in the Southeast Virginia market
-Creating client engagement strategies and pursuit plans for multiple water infrastructure and resource clients
- Coordinating with Sr. Regional and Corporate leadership to grow market share across targeted clients
- Identifying opportunities to expand CDM Smith involvement in strategic service offerings, including planning, construction, implementation, and alternative delivery
-Developing and managing proposal efforts, business strategies, presentations, and taking the lead in contract negotiations including but not limited to terms & conditions, scope, and budget
- Working effectively with project managers, key technical specialists, and the marketing team as a key leader to deliver quality projects to our clients
-Leading select projects within his/her technical area of expertise
-Being active in professional societies
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Job Title
Client Service Leader - Water Services
Group
SEG
Certification/License Requirements
Professional Engineer
Employment Type
Regular
Minimum Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or chemical engineering
-Professional engineering (PE) license
-12 years of related experience
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
-Alternative delivery experience
-Proven experience in winning and managing municipal water, wastewater, water resources, and drainage projects in the Southeast Virginia market in an Engineering/Consulting firm
-Strong client relationships in the municipal water market
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Site Location
Virginia - Virginia Beach
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Amount of Travel Required
20%
Assignment Category
Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Skills and Abilities
Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Additional Compensation
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Work Location Options
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
*** This position can be based in our Virginia Beach or Newport News, VA office ***
CDM Smith has a new opportunity for an experienced Client Service Leader to lead client engagement and business development for water infrastructure and resource services for multiple municipal clients in the Hampton Roads, Newport News, and Virginia Beach area. CDM Smith provides water infrastructure and resource consulting services out of our well established Newport News and Virginia Beach offices. We have worked on some of the largest water and wastewater projects for major clients throughout the area; we are looking for a seller who will help maintain, develop and implement our growth strategy in the Southeast Virginia area water infrastructure and resources market.
As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
- Developing new business and maintaining high-value relationships with water, wastewater and water resources clients in the Southeast Virginia market
-Creating client engagement strategies and pursuit plans for multiple water infrastructure and resource clients
- Coordinating with Sr. Regional and Corporate leadership to grow market share across targeted clients
- Identifying opportunities to expand CDM Smith involvement in strategic service offerings, including planning, construction, implementation, and alternative delivery
-Developing and managing proposal efforts, business strategies, presentations, and taking the lead in contract negotiations including but not limited to terms & conditions, scope, and budget
- Working effectively with project managers, key technical specialists, and the marketing team as a key leader to deliver quality projects to our clients
-Leading select projects within his/her technical area of expertise
-Being active in professional societies
#LI-BK1
Job Title
Client Service Leader - Water Services
Group
SEG
Certification/License Requirements
Professional Engineer
Employment Type
Regular
Minimum Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or chemical engineering
-Professional engineering (PE) license
-12 years of related experience
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
-Alternative delivery experience
-Proven experience in winning and managing municipal water, wastewater, water resources, and drainage projects in the Southeast Virginia market in an Engineering/Consulting firm
-Strong client relationships in the municipal water market
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Site Location
Virginia - Virginia Beach
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Amount of Travel Required
20%
Assignment Category
Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Skills and Abilities
Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Additional Compensation
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Work Location Options
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.