Management Consultant

About the role

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

We are currently seeking a Management Consultant to join our world-class Business Advisory practice in either Los Angeles, CA, Atlanta, GA, Virginia Beach, VA, Hanover, MD, or Washington DC. We are looking for candidates with an engineering background (e.g., Civil, Environmental, or related) who are passionate about combining both engineering knowledge and information technology expertise with business analytics and data engineering to address critical challenges in the water, wastewater, and stormwater industries. We want dedicated, creative, and energetic candidates interested in tackling challenges and developing sustainable, data-driven solutions to address water issues like renewal and replacement of aging infrastructure, funding of capital improvements, water supply, workforce retention and development, and emergency preparedness. Collaborating with our experienced consulting professionals, you will support and contribute to project outcomes; interact, and work with clients, and develop your technical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and support a variety of management and information technology consulting projects. This includes performing data analytics, financial analysis, operational and organizational assessments, condition assessments, and vulnerability and mitigation evaluations, as well as planning and development 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related discipline.
• 3+ years of professional experience.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related discipline (preferred).
• Experience with tools for data analysis (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 (e.g., water, wastewater, or stormwater utilities) or a strong interest in applying engineering and analytics skills to this sector is highly desirable.

Skills

• Reliable and client-focused, capable of working independently under the 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 both 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short‑term