Management Consultant

Arcadis•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Arcadis is currently seeking a Programmer/Developer/Management Consultant to join our world-class Business Advisory practice in Los Angeles, Irvine, CA, or Phoenix, AZ. We are looking for candidates with an engineering background (e.g., Civil, Environmental, or related) who are passionate about combining both engineering knowledge and information technology expertise with business analytics and data engineering to address critical challenges in the water, wastewater, and stormwater industries. We want dedicated, creative, and energetic candidates interested in tackling challenges and developing sustainable, data-driven solutions to address water issues like renewal and replacement of aging infrastructure, funding of capital improvements, water supply, workforce retention and development, and emergency paredness. Collaborating with our experienced consulting professionals, you will support and contribute to project outcomes; interact, and work with clients, and develop your technical capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related discipline.
2+ years of professional experience.
Reliable and client-focused
Capable of working independently under the supervision of project managers
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and a solid work ethic
Self-motivated and team-oriented
Adaptable and proactive
Eager to take ownership of tasks and address new challenges as they arise
Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
Strong drive to succeed and a commitment to building a long-term career in the utility industry.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related discipline.
Experience with tools for data analysis (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R).
Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., MS SQL Server, Oracle).
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Exposure to programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, or C#) and software development lifecycle tools (e.g., Jira, DevOps).
Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g., Azure, AWS).
Experience in the water industry (e.g., water, wastewater, or stormwater utilities) or a strong interest in applying engineering and analytics skills to this sector is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assess, develop, and support a variety of management and information technology consulting projects.
Performing data analytics, financial analysis, operational and organizational assessments, condition assessments, and vulnerability and mitigation evaluations, as well as planning and development for utilities, municipalities, and cities—primarily water, wastewater, and stormwater utilities.
Collect, organize, and analyze large datasets using various tools and software to identify trends, patterns, and correlations that provide valuable insights.
Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to understand and document requirements and deliver solutions through reports and visualizations.
Leverage strong analytical skills and logical problem-solving abilities to support tasks ranging from general fieldwork to technical office-based analysis.
Assist in technical writing, including preparing technical reports, business development materials, presentations, and other audiovisual content.
Work independently and as part of a team, maintaining flexibility to collaborate with colleagues across the U.S. and internationally.
Manage multiple concurrent projects with strict deadlines, ensuring completion within established budgets and timelines.