If it is an option to use a plugin, here is one with over 100,000 installs, so it seems to do a good job:
https://wordpress.org/plugins/custom-post-type-permalinks/
It is exactly solving your client’s wish. After installing and activating it, go to Settings -> Permalinks -> and scroll down to the section Permalink Settings for Custom Post Types.
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