Client Solutions Associate (Sales and Business Development)

Resource Environmental Solutions • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here. RES is looking for a Client Solutions Associate to join our team. As a Client Solutions Associate at RES, you’ll help drive growth and impact by supporting client outreach, internal coordination, and market research. This is an early-career role ideal for someone eager to learn the business of ecological restoration while developing communication, sales, and strategic skills. You’ll work closely with senior members of the Client Solutions team and collaborate across departments—including land, design, regulatory, and construction—to help shape successful, long-term partnerships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in environmental science, business, communications, marketing, or a related field
• 1+ year of experience in a related field (sales, client services, consulting, environmental industry, or business support)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with sales processes (RFPs, proposals, contracts) or CRM systems (Zoho preferred)
• Comfort with basic financial terms (e.g., EBITDA, margin, contract value) and a desire to grow financial fluency

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a project-based industry such as environmental services, construction, energy, or consulting
• Enjoy building new relationships and developing your professional network
• Curious and eager to learn about ecological restoration, regulatory strategy, and market trends
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities at once
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines
• Comfortable asking questions, working through ambiguity, and taking initiative
• Want to grow into a client-facing or strategic role over time

Responsibilities

• Support client outreach, internal coordination, and market research.
• Work closely with senior members of the Client Solutions team.
• Collaborate across departments—including land, design, regulatory, and construction—to help shape successful, long-term partnerships.
• Review market activity and update a list of prospective leads in coordination with your regional Client Solutions Manager.
• Attend virtual internal calls to learn more about upcoming projects.
• Help prepare short presentations or proposals for potential clients.
• Track leads, organize data in Excel, and prepare outreach materials in PowerPoint.
• Research key regulatory drivers and trends.
• Support internal meetings across functions.
• Develop a deeper understanding of RES’s services, the restoration business model, and how deals are structured—from concept to contract.

Benefits

• Grow your career in purpose-driven work.
• Contribute to projects that restore land and water and help solve some of today’s most complex environmental challenges.
• Build connections across teams and industries.
• Engage with experts in ecology, engineering, policy, and construction—while learning how RES supports clients in achieving regulatory and environmental goals.
• Gain skills that last.
• Develop a foundation in business development, strategy, and client engagement.
• Be part of a high-performing, supportive team.
• Mentorship, structured learning, and real-world experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What This Job Offers

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