Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month Project Manager placement within Arcadis' GROW programme.
- Gain hands-on experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder liaison.
- Work towards a relevant Construction or Engineering degree (BSc or MSc).
- Applications close on 6th November 2026, but early applications are encouraged.
About the Role
Our paid Intern & Placement programme is designed to give you a hands-on insight into the work we do as a company and help to develop skills and knowledge within your chosen field. Supported by signposted training, the programme is based on Arcadis’ core values, giving you both technical training and support to help you develop both personally and professionally whilst with us. You will be exposed to real projects and clients and given a range of experiences to immerse yourself into over the course of your 10–12-week internship or 12-month placement.
What You'll Do
As a project manager joining GROW, you’ll be working within a diverse team, cultivating a deep understanding of our sectors, building long-term relationships with clients and colleagues, and finding ways to improve ways in which we work. You’ll be responsible for monitoring progress of project work, liaising with clients, implementing timely resolution to issues, identifying risks in the delivery, coordinating with contractors and given every opportunity to build your skillsets.
Role Accountabilities
- Project Management: As a project manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of innovative and sustainable projects across sectors such as infrastructure, buildings, water, and the environment. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will help plan, coordinate, and manage project activities from inception to completion.
- Project Support: You’ll be responsible for assisting with project planning, scheduling and budgeting, supporting the development of project plans and timelines and helping to monitor budgets and track progress.
- Team Collaboration: You will work with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating clear and effective communication with both team members and clients as well an embracing sustainability and digital innovation.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn project management best practices, develop technical and leadership skills, and contribute to projects that make a positive impact on people and the planet.
Qualifications & Experience
- Working towards a degree in a relevant subject (BSc or MSc Construction or Engineering related degree such as Construction Project Management, Civil Engineering or Project Management).
- We also will consider candidates from a non-accredited background who show particular interest in our industry. Candidates with courses such as Law, Management and Business related degrees are welcome to apply and be considered for our graduate programme.
- Demonstrate typical Arcadian skills including Resilience, Creativity, Analytical Thinking and being a Team Player.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to use your technical knowledge to influence and consult stakeholders.
- Willing to travel and stay away from home when required (where possible we embrace virtual working).
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.