Client Development Director - AEC Consulting
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established, employee-owned AEC consulting firm with more than 60 years of industry presence. With 600+ professionals operating across multiple offices throughout the United States, the firm provides fully integrated design and consulting services to public and private sector clients.
The organisation offers expertise across a broad range of services including transportation, structural engineering, site development, municipal infrastructure, buildings, aviation, water resources, and planning. Known for technical excellence and a relationship‑first culture, the firm has been consistently recognised as a Top Workplace and is widely respected for its commitment to employee development, innovation, and community involvement.
Role Overview
This role is ideal for a highly networked professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy, client engagement, and technical credibility. You will play a key role in expanding market presence across sectors such as higher education, healthcare, corporate office, mixed‑use, industrial, and municipal/transportation infrastructure, while remaining engaged with technical teams and active projects.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant degree
- 8+ years of experience in technical market leadership and/or business development within the AEC industry
- Proven success selling technical consulting services to architectural firms and municipal/public sector clients in Illinois
- Strong background in business development planning, client development, presentations, and proposal preparation
- Established architectural relationships strongly preferred
- Technical project management experience is advantageous
- Professional registration such as PE
- Demonstrated leadership experience within a consulting or professional services environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $120,000 - $155,000
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off and paid parental leave
- Flexible working hours and hybrid schedule
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and retirement savings programme
- Mentorship, training, and long‑term career progression opportunities
- Strong emphasis on community involvement and professional engagement
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