Construction Program Leader - Alaska

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.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Alaska Area Operations Leader to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a Seller/Doer who thrives in a collaborative environment, excels at client relationships, and has proven experience in project management, specifically in Owners Representative services. The successful candidate will lead our Alaska operations, manage a multidisciplinary team, participate in internal project governance, and serve as Project Executive for key Alaska clients.

Role accountabilities:

Alaska Operations & Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project managers, engineers, and support staff.
• Oversee resource allocation, staff utilization, and professional development.
• Lead Alaska workforce planning efforts to ensure optimal staffing levels and skills for current and future project demands.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new team members.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and strategic direction to the Alaska Project Management team.
• Foster a culture of safety, sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Project Executive Leadership
• Serve as Project Executive for Owners Representative project management services for key Alaska clients.
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to ensure successful project delivery, on time and within budget.
• Oversee project quality, risk management, financial performance, and client satisfaction. Alaska Business Development (Seller/Doer)
• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with public and private sector clients across Alaska.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key Alaska clients, stakeholders, and industry partners. Arcadis Internal Project Review & Governance
• Ensure projects comply with Arcadis internal project review and governance processes, including risk assessments, quality assurance, and adherence to corporate policies.
• Participate in project reviews, milestone approvals, and internal governance meetings to ensure project success and risk mitigation.
• Drive implementation of best practices in project delivery, financial controls, and reporting in line with Arcadis standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Business, or a related field.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in project management, operations leadership, and business development within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry.
• Demonstrated Seller/Doer track record with established Alaska client relationships.
• Experience serving as Project Executive or Owners Representative on large, complex projects.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• PMP, AIA, PE, CCM, or similar professional certification preferred.

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 & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. 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 and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. 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 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 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $124,000 - $186,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location. #LI-CW69