Remote Strategic Client Leader — Contaminated Sediment

The Foth Companies; California; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foth Companies is seeking a client-focused business development leader to grow and manage strategic relationships focused on contaminated sediment sites, including riverine, harbor, and floodplain.

This role is ideal for an experienced professional who understands the intricate regulatory landscape governing contaminated sediment projects and can effectively guide clients through the challenges of remedial planning, design, construction oversight, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 10+ years of consulting experience.
• Experience with contaminated sediment investigation and remedial design.
• Client-facing project management and proposal development experience.

Responsibilities

• Business Development: Build and expand client relationships and close work to meet growth goals.
• Proposals & Presentations: Develop compelling proposals and deliver client-focused presentations.
• Client Management: Serve as primary contact, ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnership success.
• Strategic Advisory: Guide clients on regulatory and stakeholder considerations; position Foth as a trusted partner.
• Project Collaboration: Partner with project managers to ensure project execution from pursuit through completion.
• Regulatory Awareness: Maintain knowledge of contaminated sediment regulations to support compliant solutions.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to internal market strategy and growth initiatives.
• Technical Support: Participate in key remediation phases.
• Team Development: Mentor team members and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Client relationship mgmt

Proposal development

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree in Geology

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-focused business development leader to grow and manage strategic relationships focused on contaminated sediment sites, including riverine, harbor, and floodplain. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who understands the intricate regulatory landscape governing contaminated sediment projects and can effectively guide clients through the challenges of remedial planning, design, construction oversight, and stakeholder engagement.

You will serve as a trusted advisor, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to shape remediation strategies, lead pursuits, and support clients managing legacy remediation challenges and broader environmental portfolios. This role combines client management, business development, and strategic planning.

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

Primary Responsibilities

• Business Development: Build and expand client relationships, generate opportunities, and close work to meet growth goals
• Proposals & Presentations: Develop compelling proposals and deliver client-focused presentations
• Client Management: Serve as primary point of contact, ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnership success
• Strategic Advisory: Guide clients on risk, regulatory, and stakeholder considerations; position Foth as a trusted partner
• Project Collaboration: Partner with project managers to ensure successful project execution from pursuit through completion
• Regulatory Awareness: Maintain knowledge of contaminated sediment management regulations to support compliant, forward-looking solutions
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to internal market strategy and growth initiatives
• Technical Support: Participate in key remediation phases
• Team Development: Mentor team members and support a culture of continuous improvement
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field
• 10+ years of consulting experience
• Experience with contaminated sediment investigation and remedial design
• Client-facing project management and proposal development experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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

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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Artificial Intelligence: Foth uses artificial intelligence and other technology-assisted tools in connection with parts of our recruiting and hiring process, including to assist with reviewing application materials, identifying potentially qualified candidates, sourcing candidates, and supporting interview preparation. These tools are used to support, but do not replace, human decision-making, and all employment decisions are made by qualified human reviewers. Where required by law, we will provide additional information regarding the use of these tools, and applicants may contact us with questions or request reasonable accommodation regarding their use.

The base compensation range for this position is included in this job posting. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as relevant experience, geographic location, scope and level of responsibility, applicable licenses or certifications, and other business-related considerations.

In addition to base compensation, eligible members may participate in Foth's Earned Performance Incentive (EPI) program and may be eligible for other incentive or recognition opportunities, including On-the-Spot 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 that 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. A summary of benefits is available upon request.

This position may be filled at a different level based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. If filled at a different level, compensation, incentive opportunities, and other terms of employment may vary accordingly.