Job Title: Client Engagement Lead/ business development representative Job Description We are looking to hire a Client Engagement Lead for our Corporate office in Mesa, AZ. The Client Engagement Lead is instrumental in driving strategic dialogues with key decision-makers, cultivating strong, long-term client relationships, and identifying opportunities for substantial business growth within the construction, environmental remediation, and EHS consulting sectors. This role ensures the company maintains a strong and trusted presence throughout the client lifecycle: before, during, and long after project completion. By serving as the face of the company to many clients, the Client Engagement Lead embodies the values of trust, innovation, and proactive engagement, creating a foundation for long-term success. Through skilled relationship-building and a forward-thinking approach, this position ensures the organization stays top-of-mind with clients and consistently moves toward new opportunities for growth and collaboration. Responsibilities + Initiate and build relationships with key decision-makers in government agencies (city, state, and federal levels), commercial construction firms, environmental remediation clients, architectural firms, engineering firms, and other large contractors or key clients. + Focus on expanding opportunities through partnerships with stakeholders across construction, design, and environmental compliance sectors. + Leverage an existing network of industry contacts or a personal book of business to jump-start relationship-building efforts and identify immediate growth opportunities. + Utilize strategic research, targeted outreach, cold calls, emails, and networking efforts to secure high-value meetings. + Maintain familiarity with the construction, design, and environmental remediation industries to effectively engage and build rapport. Essential Skills + 3–5 years of experience in construction, EHS consulting, environmental remediation, or government contracting sectors. + Demonstrated ability to bring an established book of business or active client contacts to support immediate growth opportunities and enhance the company’s market reach. + Proven ability to manage client relationships, identify opportunities, and contribute to revenue growth. + Background in construction, environmental consulting, or EHS services, with proven experience engaging in business development or client-facing roles within these industries. + Exceptional relationship-building abilities, with a proven capacity to establish trust and rapport across all levels of client organizations. + Outstanding communication and presentation skills, adept at engaging and influencing senior executives and decision-makers. + Availability to travel as necessary for client meetings, industry events, and presentations. + A valid driver’s license may be required for travel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field + Technical writing Work Environment Corporate Mesa office, M-F, TBD on start/end time. This is a salaried position with no overtime. Travel is necessary for client meetings, industry events, and presentations, with per diem provided when traveling. The office offers a competitive compensation package, an excellent working environment in a newly remodeled office, daily snacks, coffee, soda, and water, team-building events, and a generous benefits package including 100% employer-paid dental, vision, life, and STD/LTD for full-time employees. Medical plans are available with the employer paying 80% of the employee's premium. There are robust PTO plans, 11 paid holidays a year, a generous 401K with up to 4% match, and a $1,500 yearly personal development reimbursement for all levels of employees. Additional benefits include veteran support with a military leave program and corporate gym membership rates at EOS Fitness and Orange Theory Fitness. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 28, 2024. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.