Client Services Manager - Water/Wastewater

Kennedy Jenks is hiring a Client Services Manager for their Los Angeles office. The role involves developing client strategies, managing project delivery, and leading client service teams in the water/wastewater engineering sector. Candidates should have a relevant degree, over 10 years of experience, and a PE license. The position supports a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between home and office work.
Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced and collaborative Client Services Manager to join our growing team in Southern California. The Client Services Manager plays a vital role in developing client strategies, assembling client teams, and executing plans to deliver KJ’s services efficiently. Additionally, this role involves project management responsibilities, ensuring adherence to company standards and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities
• Achieve sales targets by leading new pursuits. Cultivate, establish, and maintain client and partner relationships.
• Ensure successful project delivery and attainment of financial goals by optimizing operational efficiency.
• Lead one or more client service teams, coordinate resources and activities, and connect people to projects.
• Serve as Deputy PM or PM for various projects, working under the PM or Client Service Director, with full responsibility and accountability for scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead client interview presentations, proposals, and strategy formulation. Collaborate closely with the Marketing & Proposals team to deliver sales results.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a similar engineering field.
• 10+ years of related water/wastewater engineering consulting experience with a track record of success in business development.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and familiarity with Client Relationship Management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Some travel within the Southern California area to project sites, for client visits/meetings, and to other Kennedy Jenks offices may be necessary.

Work Flexibility

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our team members to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is anticipated to be $160,000 to $210,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.