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?

75% 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 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Arcadis?

Project Manager (227) , Engineer (121) , Consultant (103) , Quantity Surveyor (82) , Senior Project Manager (75) , Senior Consultant (66) , Senior Engineer (65) , Graduate Engineer (60) , Project Engineer (54) , Assistant Project Manager (50) , 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 303 reviews)); "the ability to work on some of the biggest projects in the world and good work/life balance" ((in 275 reviews)); "Good benefits and a Remote Worker policy that is very good." ((in 202 reviews)); "Great colleagues and some really brilliant individuals" ((in 125 reviews)); "Great experience and the team used to be better" ((in 103 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 248 reviews)); "Low pay and work can be tedious" ((in 166 reviews)); "The merge caused uncertainty and poor management" ((in 133 reviews)); "Growth is slow if you are stuck with a bad manager" ((in 62 reviews)); "No bonuses and hard to progress" ((in 61 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.

Arcadis reviews

3.9

75% would recommend to a friend

(4,541 total reviews)

Heather Polinsky

61% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Culture & values

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Senior management

3.4

Compensation and benefits

Arcadis has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 4,541 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 Services de construction, réparation et maintenance industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

5K reviews

5.0

Feb 15, 2026

Excellent

Project transportation engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great place to work forever

Cons

Compensation is less compared to industry standard

Arcadis Response

3mo

We’re delighted to hear that you have had an excellent experience and that you view Arcadis as a great place to work. It’s motivating to see this reflected in your feedback, as we’re committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive. We also recognize your observation regarding remuneration compared to the broader industry. Insights like these guide us as we continue shaping a supportive and purpose-driven environment for all team members. Thank you for sharing your feedback.

1.0

Feb 13, 2026

Demanding role with limited support and recognition

Scheduler

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Well known global company with recognizable projects. Exposure to industry tools and client-driven workflows

Cons

Limited onboarding and job training Constant pressure to maintain full billable hours Communication within the team could feel aggressive and discouraging a Very tight deadlines Compensation was on the very low end considering the level of responsibility Little to no career guidance, formal recognition, constructive feedback, or performance appraisal Experiences can vary significantly by team, and some teams may offer a more supportive environment.

Arcadis Response

3mo

We recognize your observations about support strategy, R&R, and onboarding challenges during your time at Arcadis. Feedback like this highlights areas we can continue to strengthen as we support development across the organization. We are committed to ensuring clear guidance, fostering supportive leadership, and enhancing our onboarding experience so all employees feel empowered and valued. Thank you for raising these points.

4.0

Feb 11, 2026

Good place to work

Architectural designer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great team, interesting projects, great office environment

Cons

The acquisition was a bit messy, although tolerable. It feels like things became more rigid afterwards.

Arcadis Response

3mo

We appreciate you sharing your experience about working with a good team culture, variety of projects, and a positive office environment. Your perspective helps us reflect and continue strengthening our workplace. We understand that acquisitions can bring about change, and feedback like yours highlights areas we can continue to strengthen as we support development across the organization. Thank you for taking the time to provide your input.

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