Senior Project Manager Coastal Infrastructure

Arcadis•Greenville, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their national Water Management team in Charleston, South Carolina. This role is crucial for the successful delivery of a high-profile coastal resilience program and for strengthening Arcadis’ long-term partnership with their client in the Southeast. The position will provide technical leadership, project management, and client interface support across an interdisciplinary project team, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, communication, and growth-oriented delivery.

Requirements

15+ years of professional experience in civil, coastal, or related infrastructure engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (preferred); related engineering disciplines considered

Nice To Haves

Experience serving as a lead or deputy project manager on large, federally funded infrastructure programs
Familiarity with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) standards, processes, and coordination requirements
Experience working on projects in coastal or flood-prone urban environments
Prior USACE project experience, particularly on flood risk management or coastal infrastructure programs
Strong background in coastal infrastructure, flood protection, or water resources–related projects
Experience managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience working directly with public-sector clients
Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams such as civil, geotechnical, structural, and hydraulics and hydrology
A growth mindset
Interest in mentoring staff and supporting Arcadis’ strategic objectives

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior Arcadis lead supporting delivery of coastal resilience and floodwall projects in coordination with USACE stakeholders
Provide project management leadership, including scope, schedule, coordination, and quality oversight
Act as a technical integrator across civil, geotechnical, structural, and hydrology & hydraulics (H&H) disciplines
Support client relationships with the City of Charleston, USACE, and others through clear communication, responsiveness, and professional judgment
Collaborate with regional and national Arcadis teams to ensure consistent technical excellence and delivery standards
Mentor junior and mid-level staff and contribute to practice development and growth in coastal and flood risk infrastructure
Represent Arcadis locally in Charleston, supporting both project delivery and future growth opportunities