Client Development Manager at Stantec focusing on public sector water clients in Colorado. Building strategic relationships and guiding major projects in the water sector.
Responsibilities
Partner with the Colorado BCPL, market leaders, and senior technical professionals to develop and maintain trusted relationships with public‑ and private‑sector water clients throughout Colorado.
Serve as a key contributor to client development, pursuit strategy, and long‑range planning, with a focus on major capital programs, regulatory‑driven improvements, and innovation‑focused initiatives.
Identify upcoming strategic and transformational projects anticipated within a one‑to‑three‑year planning horizon and help shape Stantec’s approach to these opportunities.
Support client needs assessments in coordination with Sector and Regional leadership, including clients within the Account Management program.
Translate client priorities into effective development strategies, including pursuit plans, teaming approaches, and proposal content for RFPs, SOQs, and alternative delivery procurements.
Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to ensure client expectations are met throughout project delivery, reinforcing long‑term relationships and repeat work.
Contribute technical insight and project leadership, as appropriate, to support delivery excellence and credibility with clients.
Mentor and collaborate with peers across the Colorado and U.S. West Water teams, fostering a culture of trust, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
Represent Stantec at industry events, conferences, and client forums to enhance market visibility and thought leadership.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience working with municipal and regional water or wastewater utilities, including capital improvement programs and regulatory‑driven projects.
Strong understanding of project delivery, procurement processes, and consultant–client collaboration, including experience with RFPs, SOQs, and alternative delivery methods.
Proven ability to build and sustain long‑term client relationships grounded in technical credibility and delivery excellence.
Experience contributing to or leading multidisciplinary teams in a complex, matrixed organization.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution and collaboration.
Performs well in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments while maintaining a solutions‑oriented approach.
Strong sense of teamwork, mentorship, and community engagement.
Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering, or a related field is required.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in water, wastewater, or environmental engineering, including project leadership and client‑facing responsibilities.
Colorado Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar credentials are a strong asset.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
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