Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Job ID: 43184Reference: 300016079237993Location: Little Rock, AR, United StatesDepartment: Program ManagementBusiness Unit: ANA United StatesWork Type: On-siteDate Posted: 2026-08-11Arcadis 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.Role description:Arcadis is searching for a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our Resilience Water Team in Little Rock, Arkansas!As a Senior Project Manager, you will work with multiple engineering disciplines on water/wastewater-related projects. You will manage the full spectrum of the project lifecycle (conceptual-level planning, permitting, detailed design development, and construction support) and participate in business development activities. Water and Wastewater example projects include distribution system improvement projects, hydraulic modeling, conveyance-related construction projects, gravity sewer main rehabilitation construction projects, inflow and infiltration assessment and reduction programs, water treatment and reclamation. Role accountabilities:In this role, you will manage each phase of assigned projects including contracting, planning, scheduling, budgeting, resourcing, supervising design, reporting progress, supporting procurement of construction services, and administering construction activities. You will perform a critical role in keeping projects on task, on time and on budget. Where applicable, you will evaluate plans and technical design for completeness and constructability, you will support permitting and other professional engineering services during construction, which may include construction observation, review of shop drawings, responses to requests for information (RFIs), and permit closeouts. Additional responsibilities include:Overseeing the development of design calculations, technical report sections, technical design drawings and specificationsPreparing construction packages (including all deliverables) for the engineering, procurement, and construction of water/wastewater/stormwater systems for clientsDeveloping cost estimates and project schedules, completing design tasks within budget and on scheduleSupervising and supporting the work of others and mentoring junior-level engineering and design/drafting staffLeveraging work experience and client relationships to win new projects, in collaboration with Principal-level staff.Preparing and presenting project-related information to clients for weekly and monthly progress meetingsTraveling for project site visits, client meetings, or other project-related activitiesQualifications & Experience:Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or related field.12 years of relevant engineering project management experience.PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in project management involving design and construction engineering for water and wastewater projects, which may include distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, pump and lift stations, and treatment facilities. They should possess demonstrated project leadership experience, having served as a Task Manager, Design Lead, or Technical Lead on projects of varying sizes. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Experience in construction inspection and management, as well as asset management and condition assessment, is highly desirable. Additional preferred qualifications include process mechanical design experience and active participation in regional or national professional associations. PMP certification is considered a plus.Why Arcadis?We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $160,000/year. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.#LI-CB2#Resilience-NA#Water-NA