Texas Business Development Leader

About the role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Texas Business Development Leader to lead strategic growth and expand our market presence across Texas. This senior-level role involves leading strategic growth efforts across the Water market, developing and executing targeted sales strategies, managing client relationships, and representing CHA at industry conferences.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth efforts across the Water market, strengthening CHA’s visibility and competitive position across utilities and public sectors
• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies aligned with organizational business goals and water market priorities
• Identify, pursue, and cultivate new business opportunities across utilities, land development, municipalities, regional authorities, and water-focused public agencies
• Manage client database (CRM), generate leads, and follow up to maintain a strong and sustainable opportunity pipeline
• Develop compelling content for proposals, conferences, social media, and water-focused marketing initiatives
• Represent CHA at water industry conferences and events, building lasting relationships with utility leaders, executives, and technical decision-makers
• Collaborate with CHA leadership teams to support proposal development and strategic pursuit decisions
• Provide market updates, sales forecasts, and strategic insights to senior leadership to inform growth planning

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, technical leadership, and business development with proven success as a leader required
• Tech-savvy with the ability to position teams and pursuits for strong technical execution, financial performance, and sustained client satisfaction
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain long-term client relationships
• Exceptional communication skills—persuasive, engaging, and effective across all audiences
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset with the ability to identify market trends and growth opportunities
• Able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and balance multiple priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and advancing CHA’s vision
• Able to inspire, motivate, and build relationships across the company, including with C-suite executives, procurement teams, and engineering leaders

Qualifications

• Professional technical licensure or equivalent professional experience preferred

Skills

• Strategic thinking and market analysis
• Project management and leadership
• Client relationship management
• Proposal development and presentation
• Industry knowledge and networking

Benefits

CHA offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $200,000, which is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The company also provides a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay

$150,000 - $200,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time