Client Relationship Manager - Industrial Wastewater

The Foth Companies; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foth Companies seeks a Client Relationship Manager to grow and manage private-sector industrial and manufacturing accounts, with wastewater and water management as the primary engagement gateway. You will guide clients through wastewater challenges, drive strategic planning, and expand services across environmental and engineering offerings.

Flexible work location (remote or office) with ~25% travel, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions and build long-term

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 10+ years in engineering consulting.
• Experience with Industrial Process Systems.
• Client-facing project management and proposal development experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and expand client relationships to include services beyond wastewater.
• Lead proposals and deliver client presentations.
• Serve as primary client contact and trusted advisor.
• Develop strategies to address client risks and needs in wastewater and environmental services.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant environmental regulations and industry trends.
• Mentor and support team development and growth initiatives.

Skills

Client-facing PM

Engineering consulting

Industrial process systems

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges . Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate ! Learn more at foth.com/careers .

Foth is seeking a Client Relationship Manager to grow and manage private‑sector industrial and manufacturing accounts, with industrial wastewater and water management serving as the primary gateway for client engagement and strategically leveraging these engagements to expand into broader environmental and engineering services.

This role focuses on helping clients solve complex wastewater treatment, reuse, and compliance challenges. The successful candidate will guide clients through wastewater challenges that are often driven by high regulatory and operational urgency and lead to trusted long‑term client partnership.

Flexible work location ( remote or office ) with ~25% travel .

Primary Responsibilities:

• Drive business development and expand client relationships to include services beyond wastewater
• Lead proposals and deliver client presentations
• Serve as primary client contact and trusted advisor
• Develop strategies to address client risks and needs
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Maintain knowledge of relevant environmental regulations
• Support Foth and client strategic planning and growth initiatives
• Mentor and support team development

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
• 10+years in engineering consulting
• Experience with Industrial Process Systems
• Client‑facing project management and proposal development experience

PreferredQualifications:

• 15+years of consulting experience
• Proven success building and maintaining client relationships

The base compensation range for this position is included in this job posting.

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience, geographic location, scope and level of responsibility, and applicable licenses or certifications. In addition to base compensation, eligible members may participate in Foth's Earned Performance Incentive program and may receive other discretionary bonuses, including On‑the‑Spot recognition awards. Exempt members may also be eligible for quarterly and/or annual incentive opportunities, where applicable.

Eligible full‑time and part‑time members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; an employee assistance program; disability coverage; retirement benefits; paid holidays; paid time off; and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

This position may be filled at a different level based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. If this occurs, the compensation range and eligibility for incentive opportunities may vary accordingly.

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco‑free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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Notice to Third Party Recruiters/Agencies: Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed recruiting agreement coordinated through Foth, Foth reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates without financial obligation to third party recruiters or agencies.

$135,000 - $170,000 a year