Civil Engineering Business Development Leader - California

CHA • Temecula, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Business Development Leader – California to guide strategic growth for their Transportation Team in Temecula, CA. This senior-level role involves serving as a trusted advisor to transportation agencies and stakeholders, strengthening relationships, shaping pursuits, and positioning CHA to support critical mobility and infrastructure programs across the state. The ideal candidate will have a market-level perspective and the ability to align long-range infrastructure investments with agency priorities, funding strategies, and community outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, technical leadership, and business development with proven success as a leader required
• Technically astute with the ability to position teams and pursuits for strong technical execution, financial performance, and sustained client satisfaction
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain long-term client relationships
• Exceptional communication skills—persuasive, engaging, and effective across all audiences
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset with the ability to identify market trends and growth opportunities
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and balance multiple priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and advancing CHA’s vision
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and build relationships across the company, including with C-suite executives, procurement teams, and engineering leaders

Nice To Haves

• Professional technical licensure or equivalent professional experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth efforts across the Transportation market, strengthening CHA’s visibility and competitive position across public and private sectors
• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies aligned with organizational business goals and transportation market priorities
• Identify, pursue, and cultivate new business opportunities across state and local agencies, municipalities, transit authorities, and transportation-focused clients
• Manage client database (CRM), generate leads, and follow up to maintain a strong and sustainable opportunity pipeline
• Develop compelling content for proposals, conferences, social media, and transportation-focused marketing initiatives
• Represent CHA at transportation industry conferences and events, building lasting relationships with agency leaders, executives, and technical decision-makers
• Collaborate with CHA leadership teams to support proposal development and strategic pursuit decisions
• Provide market updates, sales forecasts, and strategic insights to senior leadership to inform growth planning

Benefits

• Be part of a consulting firm trusted by public agencies to deliver transportation solutions that improve mobility, safety, and long-term infrastructure performance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary transportation experts who value technical excellence, accountability, and client partnership
• Influence programs and pursuits that shape communities, strengthen economic connectivity, and support resilient transportation networks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior