Business Unit Director, Design & Engineering Canada

Arcadis Global•Canada, KY

40d

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking an inspiring and visionary Business Unit Director (BUD) - Design & Engineering to lead our Mobility Business Area across Canada. This is a pivotal, Canada-wide leadership role reporting to the Business Area Director, responsible for driving innovation, operational excellence, and profitable growth in one of the most dynamic and impactful sectors of our organization. As the BUD for Design & Engineering, you will champion a high-performing team that delivers best-in-class mobility solutions-from roads, highways, rail, transit, ports, airports to active transportation and emerging digital mobility services. You will be instrumental in shaping Arcadis' position as a leader in sustainable, future-ready infrastructure, setting the pace for industry transformation and client success. This is a unique opportunity to influence the direction of major infrastructure projects across Canada while fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and client-centricity.

Requirements

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada is required.
Minimum 20 years of progressive leadership experience in design, engineering, and delivery of large-scale and complex infrastructure projects within a professional services, engineering consultancy, or related environment.
Proven track record in leading and growing high-performing business units, with strong P&L responsibility and evidence of delivering sustainable business growth.
Proven track record leading large, complex, and multidisciplinary transportation infrastructure projects, particularly within contractor-led environments.
Direct experience with collaborative contract models such as Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Alliance contracting, or Integrated Project Delivery, with a demonstrated ability to navigate shared risk/reward frameworks.
Strong contract management and negotiation skills, with the ability to protect business interests while building trusted, long-term client and partner relationships.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence, build consensus, and represent the business confidently with executive-level clients, partners, and contractors.
Deep understanding of design and engineering delivery models and how they integrate with construction, commercial, and program management teams in complex project settings.
Experience working across cross-divisions/global teams and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships at all organizational levels, including executive and C-suite.
Strong understanding of the Canadian mobility market, including key trends, client needs, and regulatory environment.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation in engineering and design practices.
High level of intellectual agility, strategic thinking, and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving market environment.

Responsibilities

Provide both visionary and operational leadership for the Design & Engineering business unit, holding ultimate accountability for P&L, service delivery, and financial performance in alignment with the Canadian Mobility strategy.
Translate the Mobility strategy into actionable business plans, ensuring alignment with national objectives and driving the profitable growth and market expansion of the business unit.
Identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities to build a robust pipeline and strengthen Arcadis' market position in Canada.
Responsible for leading, inspiring, and developing a diverse team of regional business unit leaders, senior specialists, and project managers.
Fostering a high-performance culture focused on excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
Attract, retain, and mentor top talent, set clear objectives, and provide ongoing feedback.
Support career progression through targeted development programs and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a collaborative environment where all team members can thrive.
Oversee the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary mobility projects, ensuring that projects are set up for success, meet quality standards, and consistently exceed client expectations.
Building and nurturing enduring client relationships, you will act as a trusted advisor to ensure satisfaction, project retention, and repeat business.
Coach and mentor project and technical managers to uphold governance, risk management, and compliance with Arcadis' best practices, while monitoring market trends, emerging technologies, and client needs to anticipate opportunities and drive innovation in service offerings.
Collaboration and integration across Arcadis' Canadian and global teams will be essential, as you work to maximize cross-selling opportunities and leverage the full breadth of Arcadis' expertise for client benefit.
Maintain a deep understanding of the Canadian mobility market and represent Arcadis at industry events and with key stakeholders to enhance the company's profile and influence.