Management Consultant – Data Analyst

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 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 currently seeking Analysts and Junior Management Consultants to join our world-class Business Advisory practice in Virginia Beach, VA.

We are looking for candidates who want to apply technical know-how, combined with business principles, to the water, wastewater, and stormwater industry.  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.

Role accountabilities:

What will you do?

• Assess, develop, and support a variety of management and information technology consultant projects including performing data analytics, financial analysis, operational and organizational assessments, condition assessments, vulnerability, and mitigation assessments, as well as planning and development for utilities, municipalities, and cities’ (primarily water/wastewater/stormwater utilities).
• Collect, organize, and analyze large datasets using various tools and software to identify trends, patterns, and correlations within the data to provide valuable insights. 
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to understand and document requirements and deliver solutions including reports and visualizations accordingly. 
• Utilize strong analytical skills and ability to apply logic to solve problems.
• Support teams in tasks ranging from general fieldwork to technical office-based analysis.
• Assist in technical writing which may include preparation of technical reports, business development support, presentations, and other audiovisual materials.
• Work independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to accommodate collaboration with team members across the U.S. and internationally.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects with multiple deadlines, ensuring completion per project budgets and timelines.

What skills will you need?

• Reliable, client-focused, and capable of working independently under the supervision of project managers.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, organization skills, and work ethic.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented, with the ability to work successfully both independently and within a team.
• Ability to balance and address new challenges as they arise and an eagerness to take ownership of tasks.
• Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water/ wastewater/stormwater.
• Drive to succeed and grow a career in the utility industry.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, or closely related STEM discipline. 
• For those with engineering degrees, ability to obtain the EIT within six months of start date

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Management Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, or closely related STEM discipline.; or Business Analytics/MBA, related business discipline.
• Proficiency in Data Analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and statistical software such as R, Python, etc. 
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Power Bi, Tableau) is a plus. 
• Experience in the Software Development Lifecycle and associated tools (e.g. DevOps, Jira) is a plus, along with proficiency in programming languages. 
• Previous relevant consulting or utility experience, either internship or full-time.

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 deliv