Regional Client Solutions Manager (Sales and Business Development)

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC • Chicago, IL

114d • $128,000 - $154,000

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 the nation’s largest and most experienced provider of ecological restoration and water resource solutions. As we continue to grow and evolve, we're looking for a Regional Client Solutions Manager —a dynamic player-coach who leads by example, cultivates client relationships, and drives strategic deal-making with impact. You’ll lead a regional sales team to deepen relationships, expand our client base, and guide junior Client Solutions Managers (CSMs) to success in a mission-driven environment.

Requirements

• 8+ years in a related industry, with 5+ years in client-facing or deal-centric roles.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Proven experience managing or mentoring a team in sales or strategic partnerships.
• Deep understanding of environmental mitigation, ecological restoration, or related services.
• Fluency in financial analysis and deal structures.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; comfortable using CRM systems like Zoho.
• Experience crafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with legal counsel.
• Experience presenting at regional or national conferences.
• Ability to forecast bookings and translate them into revenue projections.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Recognized as a thought leader in the environmental or mitigation industry.
• A track record of presenting at national-level industry events or conferences.

Responsibilities

• Lead a regional sales team to deepen client relationships and expand the client base.
• Coach junior Client Solutions Managers through complex mitigation deals.
• Partner with marketing and analytics to refine sales targets and evaluate progress.
• Present at regional industry events to educate partners on RES’s differentiators.
• QA proposals, ensuring financial assumptions and legal terms align with corporate risk tolerance.
• Connect with potential acquisition targets and prepare briefings for corporate leadership.
• Celebrate team wins, offer feedback, and guide team growth.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $128,000—$154,000 USD.
• Equal Opportunity Employer status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree