Management Consultant

About the role

Arcadis is seeking a Management Consultant to join the Business Advisory practice in Los Angeles, CA; Atlanta, GA; Virginia Beach, VA; Hanover, MD; or Washington DC. The role combines engineering knowledge (Civil, Environmental, or related) with IT expertise, business analytics, and data engineering to address challenges in water, wastewater, and stormwater industries, including aging infrastructure renewal, funding capital improvements, water supply, workforce retention, and emergency preparedness.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and support a variety of management and information technology consulting projects.
• Perform data analytics, financial analysis, operational and organizational assessments, condition assessments, and vulnerability and mitigation evaluations.
• Plan and develop solutions for utilities, municipalities, and cities—primarily water, wastewater, and stormwater utilities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze large datasets using various tools and software to identify trends, patterns, and correlations that provide valuable insights.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to understand and document requirements and deliver solutions through reports and visualizations.
• Leverage strong analytical skills and logical problem‑solving abilities to support tasks ranging from general fieldwork to technical office‑based analysis.
• Assist in technical writing, including preparing technical reports, business development materials, presentations, and other audiovisual content.
• Work independently and as part of a team, maintaining flexibility to collaborate with colleagues across the U.S. and internationally.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects with strict deadlines, ensuring completion within established budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related discipline.
• 3+ years of professional experience.
• Reliable and client‑focused, capable of working independently under supervision of project managers.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and solid work ethic.
• Self‑motivated and team‑oriented, able to thrive independently and in collaborative environments.
• Adaptable and proactive, eager to take ownership of tasks and address new challenges.
• Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water, wastewater, and stormwater systems to support technical expertise.
• Strong drive to succeed and commitment to building a long‑term career in the utility industry.

Preferred:

• Master of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related discipline.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R).
• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., MS SQL Server, Oracle).
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Exposure to programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, or C#) and software development lifecycle tools (e.g., Jira, DevOps).
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g., Azure, AWS).
• Experience in the water industry (water, wastewater, or stormwater utilities) or a strong interest in applying engineering and analytics skills to this sector.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan.
• Short‑term disability (STD) and long‑term disability (LTD).
• Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward & recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $76,000 – $95,000 per year. Actual salaries vary based on factors such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.