Area Manager & Business Growth Leader (Water/Wastewater)

Arcadis•Greenville, SC

3d•$140,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking an Area Manager and Business Growth Leader to be based in coastal North Carolina or South Carolina. This is a critical leadership role focused on implementing strategy to drive organic growth within the integrated water business. The position offers an opportunity for a motivated water professional to advance their career, join a leading engineering consulting firm, and contribute to Arcadis' impact in North Carolina, South 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 North Carolina or South Carolina for client management and business development to secure and manage 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 and lead an established team to execute project backlogs and drive growth strategy in the Southeast, with a focus on coastal North Carolina and South Carolina.
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 coastal North Carolina and South Carolina water business growth strategy and support the implementation of the business plan to achieve strategic business area goals.
Actively engage with and lead coastal North Carolina and South Carolina client account teams to expand business development opportunities and client relationships, leveraging relationships with local municipalities.
Collaborate with other Arcadis business units to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and foster business growth.
Provide leadership for the operational performance of coastal North Carolina and South Carolina-based Water staff to achieve Area operational goals, including revenue, profit, resource engagement, and 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 the support of the national design-build team.