Arcadis
Global design, engineering and consultancy firm delivering intelligence‑driven sustainable solutions for natural & built assets.
Lead biosolids strategy, business development, and project delivery for Arcadis.
23 days ago
$113,933 - $222,739
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
36,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction Services
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Water
Environment
Buildings
Transport
Utilities
Role
Description
business development
project delivery
technical lead
cross collaboration
thought leadership
talent development
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Requirements
bachelor's
master's
p.e.
business development
15 years
thought leader
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field
- 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
- Established as a thought leader in the biosolids and bioenergy sector, with experience in national or regional biosolids associations or related organizations.
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Training + Development
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Security clearance
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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