Americas Portfolio & Programs Leader

Job Description

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day!

That's why we pledge to support and empower all our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to motivate change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues, clients, and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all.


Who are we looking for?

GHD is excited to announce our search for the Portfolio & Programs Leader, Americas.

As GHD is growing, our projects are becoming larger and more complex. Reporting to the Americas PMO Leader, the Portfolio & Programs Leader is responsible for establishing, evolving and advancing our Portfolio & Program delivery capability across the Americas.


This includes:

• Defining and assuring the application of leading practice, tools, methodologies and processes defined under the Portfolio & Program Framework that leads to the ongoing and sustained delivery success
• Defining, leading and assuring the successful application of relevant commercial and contractual principles on portfolios and programs
• Defining the types and scale of project delivery risks that are prevalent across the region and providing processes, systems and competency that enable project teams to effectively address risks
• Ensuring the approach to legal and contractual risks on major projects effectively protects GHD interests
• Maintaining and implementing a Major Project Leaders roster for the United States Regions
• Ensuring the sustained application of the processes, systems and people that make up the capability and competency needed for GHD to respond to client, market and industry needs, while delivering operational and strategic success for the Enterprise.

In addition to the above responsibilities, the Portfolio & Programs Leader will provide leadership, input and support to our Project Management teams through all phases of our larger, more complex projects.

This position can be based in most of our US or Canada GHD office locations. GHD supports a hybrid work model.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.


See what the power of commitment can do for you!

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved:

Within the Americas PMO:

• Work effectively with the Americas PMO to meet the requirements of the Americas portfolio and program delivery needs
• Establish, embed and sustain the people, systems and process elements that represent an effective and efficient portfolio and program delivery capability for the Americas
• Responsible for the development, rollout and implementation of any activity/changes to portfolio and program delivery frameworks within the Americas
• Ensure the Americas PMO Leadership is aware and acting on specific regional requirements across Americas

Within the EcoRegion:

• Establish a sustainable roster for Portfolio Leaders and Program Managers that provides visibility and insights for regional leaders to make effective decisions on the right people for specific roles
• Understand the types and scale of project delivery risks that are prevalent across the region and provide processes, systems and competency that enables local regional leadership and specific project teams to address these risks effectively
• Establish and sustain the processes and artifacts that support project mobilization, project controls and commercial management and project execution for portfolios and programs of all types undertaken by GHD
• Providing leadership by defining and socializing project management resources and oversight to our project management teams through all phases of the project lifecycle (including positioning, set-up, delivery and project closeout)
• Induct, train and guide major project leaders within local regions to support the successful set up and delivery of portfolios and programs

Within the Project Teams:

• Lead and coordinate the development of project delivery resources, artifacts and tools that support best in class delivery; and make available to project management teams for easy use and incorporation
• Take a leadership and coaching role to ensure the application of portfolio and/or program delivery tools across the region on all designated projects
• Provide insights and guidance in the nomination and mobilization of project managers for specific portfolios or programs that meet context

For success in this position, you will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Project Management
• Certifications: PMP, PgMP, or equivalent portfolio/program management certification preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience managing portfolios and programs across multiple business units or geographies in an infrastructure consultant firm
• Proven experience in developing and implementing portfolio and program management practices and tools/systems within an infrastructure consulting firm
• Success in developing and initiating portfolio and/or program management opportunities within a consulting firm and negotiating commercial terms with successful outcomes
• Demonstrated leadership and staff management skills to manage and mediate conflicts between team members and with clients
• Proven ability to make and communicate tough decisions in a timely manner
• Demonstrated self-awareness about how their decisions and attitude can impact team members and the success of a project

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD!

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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