Client Service Leader, Water Services - Wichita KS

Client Service Leader, Water Services - Wichita KS

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Job Description

CDM Smith has an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate to lead client engagement and business development activities for municipal water infrastructure and water resources clients in the greater Wichita, KS region. CDM Smith has been providing water-related planning, design, and construction services in Kansas and the Midwest for nearly 50 years delivering complex water treatment, wastewater treatment, reuse, pump station, master planning, and conveyance projects across the region. We are looking for someone who will help develop and implement strategy to grow our Wichita regional water market. As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:

• Leading and creating client engagement strategies and pursuit plans for municipal clients in the greater Wichita and surrounding region markets
• Developing new business, creating and maintaining high value relationships with clients
• Leading the strategy for client selection, client management, and pursuits in the geography
• Developing strategies for finding new streams of revenue and promoting technical innovations with clients
• Working effectively with Project Managers, Key Technical Specialists and other members of the CDM Smith design team regarding successful project delivery
• Being active in professional societies, industry organizations, and appropriate political circles in the greater Wichita area and surrounding region

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
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

Business development experience at the local and regional scales in the public water and wastewater sector markets
Well-refined written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Strategic thinking, time management, and planning skills
Strong business acumen with a well-rounded perspective on transformative growth
Ability to work flexible hours and attend events outside of the normal workday

Amount of Travel Required

15%

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, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Business Unit

NAU

Group

WCG

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Employment Type

Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position