Strategic Projects & Business Development Manager

About Us

Harris Energy Solutions LLC (HES) is a nationwide Energy Consulting Services firm. HES offers a full suite of consulting services, including Building Energy modeling, Renewable Energy Consulting, Master Planning, Energy Audit, Building Commissioning, and Building Retro-Commissioning. We pride ourselves on the work we perform and the services we provide. HES is hiring an Energy Engineer to join our team.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Strategic Projects & Business Development Manager based in our Round Rock, TX office. This hybrid role blends client-facing business development responsibilities with project management oversight in energy consulting engagements. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, client-oriented, and comfortable balancing sales pursuits with operational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

- Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities in energy consulting, energy efficiency, and renewable energy markets.

- Develop proposals, presentations, and responses to RFPs/RFQs.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

- Represent HES at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.

- Collaborate with leadership to refine growth strategies and expand market presence.

Project Management

- Lead and manage energy consulting projects from initiation through close-out, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget objectives are met.

- Serve as the primary client point of contact throughout project delivery.

- Coordinate internal resources and subcontractors for efficient execution of deliverables.

- Track project performance, prepare progress reports, and escalate issues as needed.

- Ensure quality control and compliance with technical standards and client requirements.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Sustainability, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

- 5+ years of experience in energy consulting, renewable energy, energy efficiency, or related industry.

- Proven track record in business development, sales, or client relationship management.

- Strong project management skills: PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and proposal-writing skills.

- Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing company.

- Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with energy modeling software or CRM platforms is a plus.

- Ability and willingness to travel 30–50% nationwide.

Job Type: Full-time

Travel: 30–50% (nationwide, as required for client meetings, site visits, and industry events) Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) Safe Harbor

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Vision insurance

- Paid Holidays

- Paid time off

- HSA

- Financial Advising

- Life Insurance

- Disability Insurance

Schedule:

- 8-hour shift

Work Location:

- Round Rock, TX (Hybrid: Remote on Mondays & Fridays; In-office Tuesday–Thursday)