Strategic Client Growth Manager - AEC Infra

Helix Engineering; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and industry–

Job summary

Helix Engineering in Illinois seeks a Client Development Manager to drive growth across land surveying, SUE, utility coordination, and construction engineering. You will secure new business, expand key accounts, and oversee projects from award to delivery, ensuring schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.

The role requires a strong mix of business development and project-management savvy, with a track record in infrastructure markets, effective leadership, and the ability to travel for client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, Marketing, or 15+ years of experience in the field.
• 5+ years of business development, client management, or sales experience within the AEC industry.
• Working knowledge of land surveying, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination, construction engineering, or related professional services.
• Proven track record of generating revenue growth and developing strategic client partnerships.
• Strong understanding of public and private infrastructure project procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and proposal management tools.
• Ability to travel regularly for client meetings, networking events, and industry conferences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve annual revenue and growth targets.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new opportunities for land surveying, SUE, utility coordination, and construction engineering services.
• Build and maintain relationships with public agencies, municipalities, transportation departments, utility owners, engineering consultants, contractors, and private developers.
• Lead client outreach efforts, networking activities, industry event participation, and strategic account development.
• Track market trends, upcoming projects, procurement opportunities, and competitive activities.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, service proposals, qualifications packages, and contract negotiations.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Sales Planning

Business Development

Client Retention

Contract Negotiation

Market Analysis

Leadership and Influence

Proposal Development

Infrastructure Industry Knowledge

Communication and Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, Marketing

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Proposal management tools

Job description

Helix Engineering in Illinois seeks a Client Development Manager to drive growth across land surveying, SUE, utility coordination, and construction engineering. You will secure new business, expand key accounts, and oversee projects from award to delivery, ensuring schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.

The role requires a strong mix of business development and project-management savvy, with a track record in infrastructure markets, effective leadership, and the ability to travel for client