Client Account Director - Transportation Sector
About The Position
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Client Account Director/ Ma nager to drive growth in the transportation markets across the United States . This role is a key part of Weston’s growth strategy to expand our portfolio of private sector clients . Existing relationships in high growth transportation industries, including railroads, long haul trucking firms, package delivery and rental trucking firms or related experience required . This position will be responsible for strategic planning, client outreach and branding to capture market share. This role demands a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of environmental regulations , transportation and infrastructure trends, along with excellent communication, business development, and project management skills. You will be the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met with innovative and effective solutions. The CA D/CAM is expected to be able to assemble teams that can deliver a wide variety of competencies to our clients such as construction services, engineering design, environmental planning & permitting, digital solutions, multi-media compliance, site investigation and remediation. Location: Flexible but preferred locations Denver, CO, Texas, Chicago, IL, Mid-Atlantic Region , New England Region , NY/NJ Metro, Southeast Region.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, engineering, planning or related technical field.
- 10+ years' experience with industry clients , in a strateg ic business development position.
- Broad understanding of current and emerging environmental , transportation and infrastructure needs of those clients .
- Highly collaborative and willing and able to work with many stakeholders.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employee-owners, clients, and community leaders.
- Growth mindset with 5+ years' of demonstrated success in business development and sales .
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership in driving sales in the transportation sector including developing and maintaining long-term client relationships, building sales pipeline, partner ing with operations to ensure high-quality project delivery, and to grow the capacity of the required team s to deliver exceptional value to our clients in a variety of environmental , transportation and infrastructure technical areas .
- Leverage existing client relationships to drive sales in the transportation sector
- Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with private sector transportation clients across various industries.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, concerns, and project updates.
- Partner with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to u nderstand and anticipate client needs, providing proactive solutions and support.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the transportation sector.
- Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop targeted strategies for client acquisition and retention.
- Drive strategic, profitable, growth .
- Active in appropriate associations, conferences, networking events to expand company’s presence
- Stay informed about legislative changes, funding opportunities, and competitive landscape.
- Mentor Project Managers and Seller/Doers
- Strong business acumen, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking.
- Le ad the sales lifecycle including prospecting, positioning, capture planning, proposal development, interviews and closing.
- Drive development and growth: Must be highly motivated, a self-starter, and drive results.
- Lead internal and external messaging.
- Assist in staff recruiting and mentoring.
- Maintain flexibility in a continuously changing and fast-paced environment.
- Translate highly technical information so that non-technical decision makers can understand risks and opportunities related to sustainability projects and Weston ’s offering.
Benefits
- Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
- Paid time off that includes personal, holiday and parental leave.
- Life and disability plans.
- Critical illness and accident plans.
- Work/Life flexibility.
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
