Client Development Associate - Environmental Services

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients' unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields. We encourage our team members to think proactively and deliver best-in-class solutions. If you are an ambitious, self-motivated professional looking to accelerate your career on the ground floor of an expanding regional market, we want you on the Vertex team.

Vertex is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent Client Development Associate, Environmental Services to join our growing team in Houston, Texas.

This role is designed for an energetic, early-to-intermediate professional who wants to make a measurable impact driving commercial growth in North Texas. You will be the commercial catalyst for our Dallas practice, identifying project leads, tracking municipal procurements, and opening doors with commercial real estate developers, general contractors, architects, civil engineers, and public agencies. You will work side-by-side with our technical leadership to cross-sell comprehensive engineering solutions spanning geotechnical investigations, environmental consulting, and building envelope forensics.

• Education:
  
  Post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Geology or a related discipline.
• Experience:
  
  3 to 4 years of business development or technical experience in environmental field with a focus on inside sales and client management
• The ideal candidate 5 to 8 years of industry experience, and has experience as an Intermediate or senior technical consultant (e.g., environmental specialist, environmental technician, or staff engineer looking to transition into client development)
• Industry Familiarity:
  Basic understanding of South Texas, commercial real estate development, architectural/engineering workflows, or energy sector procurement processes is required.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with comfort presenting directly to prospective clients.
• Initiative:
  Internally motivated, coachable, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, growing office.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel locally throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex for meetings, site visits, and industry events.
• 3+ years’ experience growing and managing a client base, working with technical teams to execute projects and clientele to improve project outcomes
• Ability to travel to meet and liaise with current and future clients
• Presentation experience with both small and large groups
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage changing priorities, and the ability to multitask effectively in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Lead and conduct ecological studies, including habitat assessments, species inventories, vegetation mapping, and biodiversity evaluations. Analyze data to interpret ecological patterns and trends.
• Oversee and manage multiple ecological projects, from planning and design to implementation and reporting. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success.
• Develop and implement conservation and habitat restoration plans. Recommend strategies for maintaining and improving biodiversity, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Support project needs related to other disciplines (e.g. wildlife, soils, water quality)
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior ecologists, interns, and other team members. Foster a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and stakeholders regarding ecological matters. Provide expert advice and deliver presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and scientific papers. Ensure all reports meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Create and use maps and other geospatial information.
• Stay up to date with environmental laws, regulations, and best practices. Ensure all work is in compliance with local, national, and international ecological standards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, practices and standard operating procedures.
• Proactively engage with clients to identify new project opportunities, ensuring client…