Area Manager & Business Growth Leader; Water​/Wastewater

Area Manager & Business Growth Leader (Water/Wastewater)

Arcadis is looking for an Area Manager and Business Growth Leader based in Tennessee or Northern Alabama. This key leadership role will lead strategy implementation to drive organic growth across our integrated water business.

This position is a bold opportunity for a driven, self‑motivated water professional to advance their career with one of the best‑qualified full‑service engineering consulting firms in the country. The successful candidate will bring knowledge of the municipal water sector (water, wastewater and/or stormwater) and a proven reputation in Tennessee or Alabama for excellence in client management and business development, to win and execute a growing portfolio of industry‑leading projects.

• Report directly to the Southeast Resilience Water Area Leader and lead the established team in executing a healthy project backlog and driving strategy for continued growth across the Southeast, focusing on the Tennessee and Alabama markets.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Area Managers, Client Account Leads, Project Managers and teams, Practice Directors and Leads, Corporate Services, and staff in other geographies and business units.
• Oversee people‑management activities, including hiring, onboarding, staff development, performance management, and terminations.
• Lead the Tennessee and Alabama water business growth strategy and support implementation of the business plan to achieve strategic business area goals at state, regional, and national levels.
• Engage with and lead client account teams to expand business development opportunities and client relationships, aiming to grow Arcadis' portfolio by leveraging local municipal relationships.
• Identify opportunities, develop solutions, and foster business growth through collaboration with other Arcadis business units.
• Provide leadership for the operational performance of Tennessee and Alabama‑based Water staff to ensure achievement of Area operational goals, including revenue, profit, resource engagement, and exceeding quality standards.
• Lead, develop, and coach a high‑performing team; negotiate critical issues with clients, teaming partners, and sub‑consultants; oversee projects in planning, design, and construction of water infrastructure facilities; provide technical assistance on design‑build opportunities with support from the national design‑build team.
• Travel up to 30% may be required for project site visits, client meetings, safety audits, conferences, leadership meetings, and other business‑related activities.

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in water/wastewater/stormwater project management, design management, business operations, or related.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical).
• 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.

• Master's in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related professional degree such as MBA or MPA.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• 20 years’ experience in water/wastewater/stormwater project management, design management, business operations, or related.

Arcadis empowers everyone to be their best. By pioneering a skills‑based approach, you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll deliver meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we create a lasting legacy.

Arcadis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law.

Full‑time positions enjoy benefits including medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401(k), STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, nine paid holidays, and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. Eligible for a company bonus program. Salary range $140,000–$210,000 per year.