Client Developer

Client Developer

Requisition Number: 2024-1178-09

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Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee-you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 65 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on field experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits, including:

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  Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options

  
  
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  100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

  
  
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  401(k) with company matching

  
  
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  PTO with rollover

  
  
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  Maternity/paternity leave

  
  
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  Tuition reimbursement

  
  
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  Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work

  
  
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  Employee recognition & credential incentive programs

  
  
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  $2,000-5,000 referral bonuses and more!

  
  

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Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced:

As a Client Developer in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio, you will lead business development initiatives and collaborate with Marketing and Project Management teams across various sectors, including economic/commercial/industrial development, municipal/governmental projects, the healthcare sector, and more. You will play a vital role in expanding our client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving the success of our Ohio offices.

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What You'll Do:

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  Partner with local staff to set sales goals and cultivate relationships with key decision-makers to drive business plans.

  
  
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  Enhance client relationships, win new clients, and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects to boost success rates.

  
  
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  Plan association involvement and advertising strategies, organizing local events to enhance engagement.

  
  
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  Assist in developing and submitting proposals and responses to Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).

  
  
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  Prepare and lead monthly Business Development meetings to align efforts.

  
  

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What We're Looking For:

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  A Bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, construction, business, or a related field.

  
  
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  A minimum of 6 years of technical and/or business development experience within the Commercial Real Estate, Architecture, Construction, and Engineering industries.

  
  
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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage effectively with clients and internal teams.

  
  
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  Existing relationships with various A/E/C industry Designers, Contractors, and Owners.

  
  
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  Willingness to travel, including some evenings and weekends, using personal vehicles for company business.

  
  
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  Proven ability to increase sales opportunities, achieve sales targets, and contribute to the growth of the Ohio offices and markets.

  
  

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Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job-it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.

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Ready to Get Started?

Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.