Environmental Client Account Manager

Location: Texas (Houston, Austin, Dallas, or San Antonio) We are seeking a dynamic Environmental Client Account Manager to join our Texas/Oklahoma Environmental team. The ideal candidate is growth focused and committed to client service, innovation, and technical excellence, and will thrive as part of a talented, collaborative, and solutions‑driven team, working closely with area leadership and project delivery teams. This is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial professional to contribute to the strategic growth and diversification of our environmental business. Role Overview In this role, you will lead efforts to identify, position for, propose, and win strategic environmental opportunities with both existing and new clients—driving continued diversification and growth. You will cultivate strong client relationships and support the successful delivery of complex, multi‑disciplinary projects across the Power and Energy and Commercial/Industrial markets. Key Responsibilities Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, teaming partners, and market stakeholders. Identify, lead, and capture major pursuits, including scoping activities and proposal presentations. Maintain regular client interaction to ensure satisfaction, proactively addressing any service challenges in coordination with project teams. Leverage existing and new client relationships to identify and pursue new environmental business opportunities. Apply technical expertise to engage prospective clients, understand project challenges, and discuss innovative solutions. Actively participate in industry organizations, serving on committees and in leadership roles where appropriate. Mentor staff, support team growth, and help expand the work portfolio. Promote collaboration, client focus, innovation, and a positive team culture. Provide input on business development priorities, budgets, and strategic expenditures. Support achievement of area financial goals through effective contract negotiation and oversight of cost of sales, margins, backlog, and related metrics. Preferred Qualifications Experience: 5+ years of high‑level client management experience 15+ years total professional and project management experience within a consulting engineering or related environment Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, natural sciences, or related field Demonstrated success in business development and project management within consulting services. Strong business acumen in project management, financial performance, and risk management. Working knowledge of sales pipeline management and backlog growth (hard and soft). Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, life insurance 401(k) plan Paid holidays Equal Opportunity Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) Notice to Third Party Agencies Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder. #J-18808-Ljbffr