Client Developer

smeinc; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with H5

Wellness program with premium savings

Pet Insurance

ESOP with 5% company contribution

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays and PTO with rollover

Parental Leave

Mentorship & Career Development

Credential Incentive Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

S&ME is seeking a motivated Client Developer to lead business development efforts from our Charleston, South Carolina office. The role focuses on growing client relationships, expanding market presence, and supporting marketing initiatives for our environmental, geotechnical, and construction materials teams.

You will collaborate with local leadership, nurture existing clients and identify new opportunities, while mentoring staff to strengthen business development capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, construction, business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of technical and/or business development experience within CRE, A/E/C industries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Existing relationships with A/E/C industry Designers, Contractors, and Owners.
• Ability to increase sales opportunities and grow the Charleston office.

Responsibilities

• Strategic collaboration with local leadership to drive office revenue objectives.
• Develop client relationships, identify new opportunities, and expand brand presence.
• Coordinate local marketing efforts, events, and sponsorships to boost engagement.
• Support proposals and SOQs/RFQs to secure new projects and clients.
• Lead and mentor staff to strengthen client engagement and business development capabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Business development

Sales

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, construction, business, or a related field

Job description

Client Developer

S&ME is looking for a motivated and passionate Client Developer to lead business development initiatives and support the ongoing success of S&ME's environmental, geotechnical, and construction materials testing teams out of our Charleston, South Carolina office.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with local leadership and team members to create and execute initiatives that drive individual performance and support overall office revenue objectives.
• Client & Market Development: Serve as a representative of the company within the local market by cultivating current client partnerships, identifying new business opportunities, and increasing brand presence. Participate in industry organizations and networking groups to support continued growth.
• Marketing Support: Coordinate local marketing efforts, including sponsorship opportunities, events, and social media activities that enhance community engagement and brand recognition.
• Proposal Assistance: Support the development and submission of proposals and Statements of Qualifications (SOQs/RFQs) to help secure new projects and expand client relationships.
• Coaching & Team Development: Lead recurring business development discussions and mentor project managers and staff to strengthen client engagement and business development capabilities.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, construction, business, or a related field
• Minimum of 4 years of technical and/or business development experience within the Commercial Real Estate, Architecture, Construction, and Engineering industries (candidates with significantly more years' experience encouraged to apply)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Existing relationships with various A/E/C industry Designers, Contractors, and Owners
• Ability to increase sales opportunities for S&ME, achieve a sales target, and grow the Charleston office

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The willingness and ability to travel, using personal vehicles for use during company business, which may sometimes occur during evenings and on weekends

We Are S&ME:

At S&ME, we're committed to your growth, professionally and personally. With over 50 years of experience delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, we've built a strong foundation for long-term careers. Our team of 1,000+ employee-owners across 10+ states works together to create meaningful impact for our clients and communities. When you join S&ME, you become part of a collaborative, honest, and people-focused culture that invests in your success. We offer exciting project opportunities, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family. This is more than a job; it's a place to grow, thrive, and build a future.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs
• Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.