Client Solutions Manager (Sales and Business Development)

About the role

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 seeking a Client Solutions Manager that will market integrated delivery projects directly to prospects and clients in mitigation, water quality, and resilience. The position is vital to the region's sales and business development function and promotes RES solutions throughout the Southeast region, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia. You'll serve as the face of RES to clients, agencies, and industry partners, helping identify and close opportunities for ecological restoration, water quality, and resilience solutions. This role blends relationship-building, strategic planning, and technical insight to position RES as a trusted advisor and industry leader.

Responsibilities

You'll work closely with land, regulatory, design, and project teams to pursue and win business opportunities in your assigned market. This includes identifying qualified leads, managing external relationships, and leading proposal development and deal structuring. You'll track permitting timelines, understand deal components, manage cross-functional resources, and represent RES during key client meetings and industry events. From guiding internal teams on project pursuit strategy to presenting financial summaries to clients, you'll be the connector between RES capabilities and market opportunities—bringing deals from idea to execution. Expect to travel regionally to visit project sites, meet with regulators and clients, and represent RES at conferences and partner events.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Environmental Science, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in a related industry, dealing with complex solutions with multi-year sales cycle and multiple stakeholders
• Experience assessing and managing project timelines, identifying risks, and aligning teams to meet deliverables
• Experience interpreting financial models and communicating financial health of deals
• Experience with contracts and