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33812BR

Service Line:

Client Development

Office Name:

Chattanooga

Job Description:

General Responsibilities:

Actively search for new business opportunities for engineering consulting department, office or division. Develop and foster long-term client relationships. Utilize contacts in appropriate professional organizations to network with potential clients and develop intelligence regarding the firm’s competition. Use networking contacts to develop leads and provide new projects from past, existing and future clients. Prepare marketing materials including qualification packages, written proposals and other client submittals.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

+ Provide strategic leadership in the areas of client development for a Division, Operating Group or Business Sector.

+ Responsible for the development and implementation of the Division or Operating Group client development and marketing plans.

+ Partners with Division Managers, Sector Directors and Operating Group Managers to increase sales effectiveness and efficiencies.

+ In conjunction with corporate client development and marketing senior managers, develops and implements training and best practices for the client development specialists and managers across the company.

+ Directs the activities and monitors the results of subordinate direct reports.

+ Promote the advancement of client development across the company.

+ Directs the efforts of the largest projects and client pursuits including strategy and facilitation.

+ Attend professional organization, government and technical meetings/events as a representative of Terracon and coordinate/participate in these meetings and events on a regular basis.

+ As directed by senior management, analyzes results of quarterly client survey results. May also design and conduct additional research studies among clients or prospective clients regarding attitudes and needs with respect to technical services and identifies areas of client satisfaction and dissatisfaction.

+ Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.

+ Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.

+ Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices. Engage APRs in projects at their onset.

Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related degree and 15 years’ related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 19 years related experience.

+ Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

+ Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

+ Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM).

Exemption:

Exempt

Requisition ID:

33812BR

Posting Title:

Senior Client Development Manager

Employment Type:

Regular, Full Time

City, State (Office Location):

Chattanooga, TN

About Terracon:

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement:

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Job Category:

Business/Client Development

Expected Salary Range:

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. _*For California residents please note: A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required for positions that require driving._