Is Arcadis a good company to work for?

Arcadis has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 5,958 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 74% of employees would recommend working at Arcadis to a friend and 56% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Arcadis have been left by employees working as Technical Intern , Water Engineer and Geologist II .

Does Arcadis pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Arcadis employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Arcadis. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Arcadis?

74% of Arcadis employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Arcadis 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Arcadis?

Project Manager (227) , Engineer (121) , Consultant (104) , Quantity Surveyor (83) , Senior Project Manager (76) , Senior Consultant (67) , Senior Engineer (65) , Graduate Engineer (60) , Project Engineer (54) , Assistant Project Manager (52) , Civil Engineer (50) , Environmental Scientist (50) , Associate (48) , Principal Engineer (48) , Intern (46)

What are the pros of working at Arcadis according to real employee reviews?

"I live and work in London and I have only ever met great people at Arcadis!" ((in 305 reviews)); "the ability to work on some of the biggest projects in the world and good work/life balance" ((in 287 reviews)); "Good benefits and vacation accumulation" ((in 216 reviews)); "Great colleagues and always ready to support" ((in 133 reviews)); "Great experience and the team used to be better" ((in 105 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Arcadis according to real employee reviews?

"So no surprise that the salaries are low and there is always a reason why sadly we can't increase your salary at the moment" ((in 251 reviews)); "Low pay and over worked" ((in 163 reviews)); "The merge caused uncertainty and poor management" ((in 126 reviews)); "No bonuses and hard to progress" ((in 63 reviews)); "Growth is slow if you are stuck with a bad manager" ((in 62 reviews))

What are employees saying about Arcadis layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Arcadis layoffs and their outlook for job security at Arcadis in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Arcadis locations?

New York , Atlanta , Highlands Ranch , Houston , Los Angeles , Denver , Chicago , San Francisco , Columbus , Syracuse , Raleigh , Irvine , Boston , Phoenix , Seattle , White Plains , Novi , Washington , Portland , Dallas , Tampa , Indianapolis , Jacksonville , Austin , Minneapolis , Fair Lawn , San Diego , Middletown , Baton Rouge , Philadelphia

Arcadis reviews

3.9

74% would recommend to a friend

(4,575 total reviews)

Heather Polinsky

47% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Culture & values

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

3.4

Compensation and benefits

Arcadis has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 4,575 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Arcadis employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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5K reviews

3.0

Jul 14, 2026

Flexible culture overshadowed by inconsistent promotion practices and selective project access

Senior geologist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company offers a high degree of flexibility, and the absence of micromanagement creates an environment where employees are trusted to manage their own work. The culture is generally positive, with low toxicity and respectful day‑to‑day interactions. There are many opportunities available, but they are not handed out; employees must actively seek them, and those who take initiative can grow. When you perform well, your work is recognized and you can maintain stability within the organization.

Cons

Favoritism sometimes influences who receives opportunities, and the environment can feel competitive, which may limit fair access to advancement. Some of the most desirable or high‑visibility projects are handled quietly and tend to be given to the same small group of people, creating the sense that access is based more on relationships than performance. In certain cases, employees have even heard comments suggesting a preference for filling roles based on gender, which is inappropriate and legally problematic. Promotion decisions can also be restrictive; for example, some employees are told they cannot be promoted because they would be “too expensive for the field,” a practice that feels both limiting and unfair. The company is not hiring enough field support, which places heavy pressure on senior staff who have no one to delegate to, while existing field staff remain stagnant with few paths forward. Compensation for employees already in the system tends to fall below market standards, and many people find they must leave the company to receive a market‑rate adjustment.

Arcadis Response

1w

We are glad that you appreciate the flexibility at work and recognize your observations about growth opportunities, variety of projects, and job security. Feedback like this highlights areas we can continue to strengthen as we support development across the organization. We are glad to hear that you value the flexibility, trust, and respectful day-to-day culture you have experienced, and we also take seriously your concerns around transparency, fairness, inclusion, and equitable access to opportunities. At Arcadis, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive, grow, and contribute to meaningful work in a supportive and purpose-driven environment. Thank you for raising these points and for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. Your perspective helps us reflect on how we can continue improving the employee experience for our people.

4.0

Jul 14, 2026

Friendly colleagues in a nice office environment

Quantity surveyor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good and friendly colleagues, nice office environment

Cons

office 10 mins walk from MTR

Arcadis Response

1w

We’re delighted to hear that you’ve experienced good and supportive colleagues and an office conducive for work. We also recognize your thoughts about proximity of the office to public transportation. Your recognition affirms our focus on building a collaborative and purpose-driven culture. At Arcadis, we believe in creating a workplace where people can thrive, feel supported, and make a meaningful impact together. Thank you for taking the time to share this.

5.0

Jul 12, 2026

Structured work culture, but low pay and a lot of overtime work

Landscape architect

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Professional and Structured Work Culture and Environment

Cons

Very low salary increase and almost no bonuses. We do overtime most of the time.

Arcadis Response

1w

We appreciate you sharing your feedback on the professional and structured work culture and environment, as well as your observations regarding remuneration, bonus structure, and balance in workload. Feedback like this highlights areas we can continue to strengthen as we support development across the organization. At Arcadis, we are committed to fostering a workplace where our people can grow, collaborate, and thrive, and insights like yours help us reflect on how we can further improve the employee experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

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