Associate Principal, Urban Planning/Design at Arcadis in Austin, TX | USD102,000-173,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

talent development

business development

client relations

market trends

service excellence

team leadership

Direct individuals to appropriate development programs to promote career growth.
Oversee and implement strategies for service quality, excellence, and profitable growth.
Participate in resource utilization decisions and foster a positive team culture.
Take a lead role in identifying and cultivating new client relationships, particularly in Texas.
Maintain an in-depth understanding of client needs and market trends to identify opportunities.
Actively engage in business development and client targeting to drive organic revenue growth.
Build strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.
Develop relationships within Arcadis to encourage cooperation and cross-selling opportunities.
Develop and promote talent within the practice group, focusing on technical capability and sales.
Contribute to the development and execution of the business plan, ensuring team alignment and understanding of their roles in achieving objectives.
Help lead the US Placemaking team, specifically focusing on building the US West practice.

Requirements

critical thinking

storytelling

team management

arcgis

autocad

10+ years

Critical thinking and innovative ideas blending in land use, urban design, and planning.
Strong storytelling skills (verbal, written, and graphical/visualization) to communicate ideas effectively to clients, stakeholders, and technical staff.
Experience managing geographically dispersed teams.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office.
10+ years in urban planning, urban design, architecture, and/or landscape architecture, with a focus on walkable urbanism.
Significant experience with large-scale and complex projects.
Relevant degree in urban design, urban planning, landscape architecture, and/or architecture required
Working knowledge of ArcGIS, SketchUp, and AutoCAD is desired; knowledge of Revit, Rhino, or other 3D graphics design software is a plus.
Proven experience in leading and building successful planning and urban design practices in interdisciplinary environments.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1888

Year Founded

The company was established in the Netherlands with a focus on reclaiming wetlands.

30+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates in over 30 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive international reach.

€5B

2023 Revenue

Achieved €5 billion in gross revenues, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic growth.

Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse.
Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide.
Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics.
Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence.
Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.

Culture + Values

People First
Collaboration
Client Success
Integrity
Sustainability

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero by 2035

GHG Emissions Target

Commitment to achieving net-zero across the entire value chain.

70% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute scope 1 and market-based scope 2 GHG emissions by 2026, measured from a 2019 baseline.

58% GHG Reduction

Emissions Progress

Achieved a 58% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by end-2023 compared to 2019 levels.

100% Renewable Energy

Energy Consumption

Purchases renewable electricity certificates to cover all office and work-from-home energy use.

Transition of company fleet to EVs by 2030 (currently 26–35% by late 2024)
50% reduction in air travel emissions by 2025 (currently ~29%)
35% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 (already at ~37%)
Joined supply-chain emissions platform in 2023 to capture supplier scope 3 data

Inclusion & Diversity

>40% Female Workforce

Gender Diversity Goal

Targets over 40% of workforce to be female by the end of 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to gender balance.

Top 25% eNPS

Employee Satisfaction Ranking

Aims to remain in the top 25% of the professional services sector for employee satisfaction, as measured by eNPS scores.

Continues to develop people through Skills Powered Organisation and Energy Transition Academy
GEC recruitment drive and increased focus on global roles to support diverse career paths

Articles

Careers at Arcadis

Sustainability at Arcadis

Arcadis Projects

Arcadis Insights

About Arcadis

Role

Description

talent development

business development

client relations

market trends

service excellence

team leadership

Direct individuals to appropriate development programs to promote career growth.
Oversee and implement strategies for service quality, excellence, and profitable growth.
Participate in resource utilization decisions and foster a positive team culture.
Take a lead role in identifying and cultivating new client relationships, particularly in Texas.
Maintain an in-depth understanding of client needs and market trends to identify opportunities.
Actively engage in business development and client targeting to drive organic revenue growth.
Build strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.
Develop relationships within Arcadis to encourage cooperation and cross-selling opportunities.
Develop and promote talent within the practice group, focusing on technical capability and sales.
Contribute to the development and execution of the business plan, ensuring team alignment and understanding of their roles in achieving objectives.
Help lead the US Placemaking team, specifically focusing on building the US West practice.

Requirements

critical thinking

storytelling

team management

arcgis

autocad

10+ years

Critical thinking and innovative ideas blending in land use, urban design, and planning.
Strong storytelling skills (verbal, written, and graphical/visualization) to communicate ideas effectively to clients, stakeholders, and technical staff.
Experience managing geographically dispersed teams.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office.
10+ years in urban planning, urban design, architecture, and/or landscape architecture, with a focus on walkable urbanism.
Significant experience with large-scale and complex projects.
Relevant degree in urban design, urban planning, landscape architecture, and/or architecture required
Working knowledge of ArcGIS, SketchUp, and AutoCAD is desired; knowledge of Revit, Rhino, or other 3D graphics design software is a plus.
Proven experience in leading and building successful planning and urban design practices in interdisciplinary environments.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1888

Year Founded

The company was established in the Netherlands with a focus on reclaiming wetlands.

30+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates in over 30 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive international reach.

€5B

2023 Revenue

Achieved €5 billion in gross revenues, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic growth.

Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse.
Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide.
Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics.
Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence.
Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.

Culture + Values

People First
Collaboration
Client Success
Integrity
Sustainability

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero by 2035

GHG Emissions Target

Commitment to achieving net-zero across the entire value chain.

70% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute scope 1 and market-based scope 2 GHG emissions by 2026, measured from a 2019 baseline.

58% GHG Reduction

Emissions Progress

Achieved a 58% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by end-2023 compared to 2019 levels.

100% Renewable Energy

Energy Consumption

Purchases renewable electricity certificates to cover all office and work-from-home energy use.

Transition of company fleet to EVs by 2030 (currently 26–35% by late 2024)
50% reduction in air travel emissions by 2025 (currently ~29%)
35% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 (already at ~37%)
Joined supply-chain emissions platform in 2023 to capture supplier scope 3 data

Inclusion & Diversity

>40% Female Workforce

Gender Diversity Goal

Targets over 40% of workforce to be female by the end of 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to gender balance.

Top 25% eNPS

Employee Satisfaction Ranking

Aims to remain in the top 25% of the professional services sector for employee satisfaction, as measured by eNPS scores.

Continues to develop people through Skills Powered Organisation and Energy Transition Academy
GEC recruitment drive and increased focus on global roles to support diverse career paths

Articles

Careers at Arcadis

Sustainability at Arcadis

Arcadis Projects

Arcadis Insights

About Arcadis