Biosolids Discipline Lead

Description

• Collaborate & Engage Across the Organization: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to integrate biosolids solutions into broader Arcadis U.S. Water practices. Engage with clients, project teams, and industry events nationwide (up to 30% travel) to strengthen prepositioning and partnerships, support regional leadership, and ensure coordinated, high-quality delivery.
• Grow the Business & Market Presence: Cultivate client and stakeholder relationships to position Arcadis as a trusted advisor in biosolids solutions. Identify new market opportunities, lead strategic pursuits, and develop winning proposals to secure high-value projects aligned with Arcadis’ vision.
• Drive Innovation & Thought Leadership: Lead thought leadership initiatives by staying ahead of regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and market trends. Promote research, pilot programs, and industry engagement through conferences, committees, and publications to advance Arcadis’ expertise and brand.
• Deliver Excellence in Projects: Oversee planning, design, construction, and commissioning of biosolids and bioenergy projects nationwide, ensuring technical quality, sustainability, and client satisfaction. Establish best practices and quality standards and serve as a technical director, technical advisor, or quality assurance lead on biosolids and bioenergy projects.
• Lead, Mentor & Develop Talent: Build and nurture high-performing teams of technical and regional leaders. Foster professional growth through mentoring, sponsor communities of practice, and implement succession and hiring strategies to develop future industry leaders.

Requirements

• Established as a thought leader in the biosolids and bioenergy sector, with experience in national or regional biosolids associations or related organizations.
• Proven business development experience, including building strong client and stakeholder relationships
• 15 years of wastewater industry experience, with deep knowledge of biosolids treatment technologies, disposal methods, and regulations
• Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance