Area Manager and Business Growth Leader (Water/Wastewater)

Arcadis•Charlotte, NC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking an Area Manager and Business Growth Leader based in west North Carolina. This leadership role is crucial for Arcadis' business operations, focusing on implementing strategies to drive organic growth within the integrated water business. The position offers a significant opportunity for a motivated water professional to advance their career, join a leading engineering consulting firm, and contribute to Arcadis' impact in west North Carolina and beyond. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in the municipal water sector (water, wastewater, and/or stormwater) and their established reputation in west North Carolina for client management and business development to secure and manage a growing portfolio of projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years’ experience in water / wastewater / stormwater project management, design management, business operations, or related.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
P.E. License
Strong client relationship skills with a successful track record of delivering engineering projects that meet or exceed client expectations.
Strong project management experience on municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater projects of various sizes.
Strong people management and mentoring skills.
Excellent technical engineering skills with clear and concise written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related professional degree such as Master of Business Administration or Master of Public Administration.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
20 years’ experience in water/wastewater/stormwater project management, design management, business operations, or related.

Responsibilities

Report directly to the Southeast Resilience Water Area Leader.
Lead an established team to execute the project backlog and drive growth strategy in the Southeast, with a focus on the west North Carolina market.
Coordinate and collaborate with other Area Managers, Client Account Leads, Project Managers, Practice Directors and Leads, Corporate Services, and staff in other geographies and business units.
Oversee and participate in people management activities including hiring, onboarding, staff development, performance management, and terminations.
Lead the west North Carolina water business growth strategy and support the implementation of the business plan to achieve strategic business area goals.
Actively engage with and lead west North Carolina client account teams to expand business development opportunities and client relationships.
Collaborate with other Arcadis business units to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and foster business growth.
Provide leadership for the operational performance of west North Carolina based Water staff to ensure achievement of Area operational goals (revenue, profit, resource engagement, quality standards).
Lead, develop, and coach a high-performing team.
Negotiate critical issues with clients, potential teaming partners, and subconsultants.
Oversee projects in the planning, design, and construction of various water infrastructure facilities.
Provide technical assistance on design-build opportunities with support from the national design-build team.