Biosolids Discipline Lead at Arcadis in Chicago, IL | USD113,933-222,739 | Kablio

Role

Description

innovation leadership

talent development

cross collaboration

business development

project delivery

quality assurance

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.
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.
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.
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.

Requirements

master's

bachelor's

p.e.

15 yrs

business development

thought leader

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

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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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

Role

Description

innovation leadership

talent development

cross collaboration

business development

project delivery

quality assurance

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.
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.
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.
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.

Requirements

master's

bachelor's

p.e.

15 yrs

business development

thought leader

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

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