Transportation Client Service Leader - CE&I

CDM Smith; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,973 - 211,723; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Client Service Leader to oversee our transportation practice in Texas. The selected candidate will lead business development activities, as well as developing client relationships and strategies to expand our Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) business. This role will involve managing client teams and serving as a leader in the organization.

Qualified candidates should have at least 12 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree. A strong understanding of Texas transportation agencies is essential, along with proven communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience meeting and working with Texas transportation agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and maintain relationships with key districts and divisions.
• Manage client teams to develop strategic capture plans and business development activities.
• Serve as a technical or project lead on significant projects.

Skills

Corporate governance practices

Communication skills

Networking

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

CDM Smith currently has a new opportunity for a Client Service Leader to lead our transportation practice in Texas. In this position, you will work with a dynamic team to continue building our transportation Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) business. You will lead the development of a business strategy to increase sales with our existing clients and to develop new clients across Texas. This position leads business development activities, oversees overall client service, represents CDM Smith on CE&I related boards or organizations, and serves as a leader in your office and throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and maintain high-value relationships with key districts and divisions of TXDOT, toll authorities such as HCTRA and NTTA, and other local/regional clients where opportunities exist.
• Develop and manage client teams that include project managers, technical specialists, national leaders, and junior staff to develop strategic capture plans, proposal efforts, presentations, and other business development activities.
• Serve as a key member of the strategy team promoting growth in Texas and supporting other West US growth initiatives.
• Act as a technical or project lead on significant size and strategically important projects as needed.
• Be active in professional societies in which clients or potential clients are members.
• Be a strong internal and external leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties and responsibilities.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in transportation engineering business development, assisting with the proposal process and presenting/meeting with TXDOT, HCTRA, and other toll agencies.
• PE and/or other transportation related certifications.
• Extensive transportation CE&I experience with a demonstrated ability to lead and successfully serve clients.
• Excellent communication, networking and team building skills.
• Strong experience meeting and working with Texas transportation agencies.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand highly complex technical, professional and business materials.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less

Pay Range

• USD $120,973.00
• USD $211,723.00

Visa Sponsorship Available

No – we will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.

EEO Statement

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserve the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle checks when applicable for certain positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Additionally, individuals may be required to successfully complete additional background checks and drug testing as required by CDM Smith or its clients during employment.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.