Melissa Darr

About Melissa Darr

I am a results-driven professional with a strong foundation in Civil and Environmental Engineering. With a track record of leadership and a passion for sustainability, I have successfully managed diverse environmental projects and asset management programs, driving positive impact in the utilities sector. My expertise encompasses water engineering, program management, and corporate communications, making me a versatile professional in the field.Professional Highlights:Over the years, I have honed my leadership skills through roles at Arcadis and active involvement in various professional societies. In my project work, I have contributed to the establishment and enhancement of asset management programs for utilities serving millions, with budgets exceeding $100 million. I have led the adoption of new Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, conducted carbon footprint analyses, managed smart meter deployments, and developed decision support systems. Within Arcadis, I\'ve led Arcadis\' Sustainability Community of Practice, initiated internal sustainability education programs, launched a peer-to-peer engagement network, and authored blogs and sections of the integrated annual report.

Experience

1. Water Tech Program Manager

   Amazon Web Services (AWS)

   Aug 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• University of California, Berkeley

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil and Environmental Engineering

  2009 — 2013

• University of California, Berkeley

  Master of Science (M.S.), Civil and Environmental Engineering

  2013 — 2014

• Quantic School of Business and Technology

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2017 — 2017

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Teaching
• Statistics
• Autocad
• Matlab
• Gis
• Geographic Information Systems (Gis)
• Data Entry
• Research
• Science
• Sustainability
• Spss
• Event Planning
• Analysis
• Public Speaking
• Windows
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Word
• Arcgis