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CHA Consulting, Inc. lists this Water Infrastructure Business Development Lead (Texas) opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Support Sustainable Systems and Trusted Utility Partnerships
Are you a technically knowledgeable and market ‑ savvy business development leader who excels at engaging utilities, municipalities, and public agencies on complex water and land development infrastructure needs? Do you bring a strategic mindset and the ability to position integrated water and land solutions that support regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, and long ‑ term system resiliency?
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Drive Opportunity as a Water Infrastructure Business Development Lead (Texas) — Support Sustainable Systems and Trusted Utility Partnerships
Are you a technically knowledgeable and market ‑ savvy business development leader who excels at engaging utilities, municipalities, and public agencies on complex water and land development infrastructure needs? Do you bring a strategic mindset and the ability to position integrated water and land solutions that support regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, and long ‑ term system resiliency?
CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Water Infrastructure Business Development Lead (Texas) to lead strategic growth and expand our market presence across Texas . In this senior‑level role, you will help expand CHA’s presence across land development, water, wastewater, and stormwater markets by building trusted client relationships, shaping pursuits, and positioning multidisciplinary teams to deliver critical infrastructure programs that safeguard public health and the environment.
What You'll Do
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
What You Bring
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
Technically astute 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
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and balance multiple priorities
Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and advancing CHA’s vision
Ability to inspire, motivate, and build relationships across the company, including with C-suite executives, procurement teams, and engineering leaders
Professional technical licensure or equivalent professional experience preferred
Why You'll Love It Here
Play a key role in advancing land development, water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions that protect public health and support sustainable infrastructure
Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts delivering planning, design, construction, and compliance services across the full water lifecycle
Influence pursuits and programs that help communities manage aging systems, address regulatory challenges, and build long ‑ term resiliency
Curious about the impactful work our Water team is delivering? Learn more about CHA’s comprehensive water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/.
Salary Range
$150,000 - $200,000
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.
Culture/EEO Statement
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.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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