Lead business development and client management for contaminated sediment remediation projects. Build client relationships, guide regulatory and remedial strategy, support proposals and presentations, collaborate with project teams, mentor staff, and contribute to market strategy. Participate in technical remediation phases and ensure successful project execution.
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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