Senior Account Leader/Project Manager

Arcadis•Clifton Park, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Account Leader/Project Manager to support growth in water, wastewater, and stormwater opportunities across upstate New York. This position is based in our Clifton Park, New York office. In this role, you will work with area leaders, area managers, project managers, and technical experts to win and deliver projects that meet client objectives and provide exceptional service. You will also help advance strategic growth, market planning, and key initiatives across the market area. The role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge of water infrastructure and environmental services, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams. You will serve as a trusted client advisor, pursue growth opportunities, support proposal development, and oversee project planning, execution, and financial performance.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or a related field of study
15 years of relevant experience
Experience in business development and/or project management in the water, wastewater, stormwater, resilience, and solid waste sectors.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or a related field of study
10 years of relevant sales and account management experience

Responsibilities

Build trusted relationships with client decision-makers at multiple levels. This involves understanding client organizations, processes, and cultures to shape value-added solutions
Develop insight into local utility challenges, client needs, planned projects, market conditions, and pursuit opportunities.
Lead pursuit plans and develop client engagement strategies and participate in task order development and interviews to win new projects.
Coordinate with project managers to deliver high-quality services and deliverables on schedule.
Lead project planning, design, construction administration, scope development, and cost proposals for task orders and projects.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and internal stakeholders.
Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
Identify risks, issues, and changes early; develop mitigation strategies and communicate impacts.
Serve as a senior technical resource for municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, resilience, utility planning, design, construction, and program management projects while supporting staff development.
Support resource planning and allocation with leadership and project teams.
Mentor junior and mid-level staff while supporting financial performance, growth, and business success.
Partner with regional and national leaders to align account growth with business objectives and overarching growth strategy.