Business Development Manager

Connect Search, LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Search, LLC is seeking a seasoned Business Development & Asset Manager to support commercial growth and asset management for water infrastructure across South and Central Texas. The role emphasizes negotiating water supply agreements, landowner relations, and strategic partnerships with municipalities, districts, industrial developers, and oil & gas operators.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Texas water resources, established industry relationships, and a proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field as required.
• 7+ years of experience in water resources, utilities, or related business development.
• Knowledge of Texas water law, permitting, and regional aquifers.
• Proven experience negotiating and closing commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with municipalities, utility districts, landowners, and industrial operators.
• Identify and pursue water supply, wastewater, and infrastructure opportunities.
• Lead commercial negotiations involving water supply agreements, leases, and rights-of-way.
• Oversee commercial performance of regional water infrastructure assets, including wells, pipelines, storage, and treatment facilities.
• Coordinate proposals, pricing, contracts, and due diligence with engineering, legal, and finance teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, or Business

Job description

Business Development & Asset Manager – Water Infrastructure

Employment Type

Full-Time

Travel

Approximately 50%

Compensation

Competitive Base Salary + Bonus

Position Overview

A growing Texas-based infrastructure organization is seeking an experienced Business Development & Asset Manager to support commercial growth, strategic partnerships, and water infrastructure operations throughout South and Central Texas.

This role combines business development, contract negotiations, landowner relations, and asset management. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of Texas water resources, established industry relationships, and a proven ability to identify opportunities, negotiate agreements, and manage commercial assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with municipalities, utility districts, industrial developers, landowners, and oil and gas operators.
• Identify and pursue water supply, wastewater, and infrastructure development opportunities.
• Lead commercial negotiations involving water supply agreements, groundwater leases, easements, and rights-of-way.
• Identify opportunities associated with industrial development, power generation, and other water-intensive operations.
• Develop relationships with oil and gas operators to support water sourcing, recycling, and produced water management.
• Coordinate proposals, pricing, contracts, and due diligence with engineering, legal, and finance teams.
• Oversee commercial performance of regional water infrastructure assets, including wells, pipelines, storage, and treatment facilities.
• Monitor contract obligations, revenue, regulatory compliance, and asset performance.
• Identify opportunities for infrastructure expansion, operational improvements, and revenue growth.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in water resources, utilities, infrastructure, or related business development.
• Working knowledge of Texas water law, permitting, and regional aquifers.
• Proven experience negotiating and closing commercial agreements.
• Experience developing relationships with municipalities, landowners, industrial customers, or oil and gas operators.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% throughout the region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the Texas water infrastructure or oilfield water services industry.
• Established relationships with municipalities, water districts, industrial developers, or oil and gas operators.
• Experience negotiating water rights, groundwater leases, surface agreements, or easements.
• Experience managing water infrastructure assets or commercial operations.
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geoscientist (PG) license.
• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Direct exposure to executive leadership.
• Opportunity to contribute to commercial strategy and regional growth.