Business Development Leader

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Business Development Leader to join our Power & Manufacturing - Electric Distribution Team working remotely.

CHA's distribution design engineers have the deep experience and skillset to plan, design, and permit sustainable electric distribution infrastructure and all types of utility distribution systems. To realize the dependable, cost-effective interconnection of overhead and underground assets, we visualize, analyze and optimize how the system functions with itself and outside systems, and improve energy delivery and grid resilience.

The Business Development Leader will support, develop, implement, and deliver sales strategy that aligns with the overall business strategy and work with the business leadership team to develop and implement plans for new business. The professional in this role will maintain a client database (CRM), generate leads, and follow-up with clients; develop content in support of social media, marketing campaigns, website, and industry conferences; and coach staff on successful client interaction and business development strategies. The Business Development Leader will also manage annual sales budget and sales pipeline. This key role will participate in networking groups and attend conferences, meetings, and industry events.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you'll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your "why" at CHA!

Bachelor's Degree required
• Professional technical licensure or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Minimum 10 years' experience (combination of project management, technical leadership and business development experience) with proven success as a leader
• Existing connections within the electric and gas utility space in geographies including southeast, southwest and mid-western USA
• Technically astute and strategic in thinking to properly position the team for strong technical and financial performance and client satisfaction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and understanding of their team
• An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups
• Ability to inspire, motivate, build and manage relationships across the company, and influence decisions from the top down and bottom up
• Trustworthy with the ability to handle confidential matters and sensitive information or situations with discretion

$165,000 - $190,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.