Business Development Lead- Environment
GHD

Job Info

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Job Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

The GHD West Region has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Lead- Environment to support driving the growth and delivery of strategies and projects focused on contaminated site assessment/remediation, water resources, emerging contaminants, renewable energy, natural resources, etc. You will collaborate with GHD West Regional Leadership to develop and execute market growth and strategy across the West. This position will be based out of GHD's San Francisco, CA office.

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.

Responsibilities of the position are:

Market Sector Growth

• Focus on developing market trends such as emerging pollutants, environmental liability management, renewable energy, impact assessment and natural resources, and opportunities related to the Mining sector
• Develop an integrated strategy to help originate opportunities and projects with private and public clients
• Responsible for bringing in new work from non-existing clients in various sectors
• Act as an advocate to support the synergistic relationships between and among GHD markets such as Environmental, Transportation, Water and our Future Energy initiative
• Identify developing industry trends in the Mining sector and seek out new opportunities for GHD services in this area-
• Focus on pre-positioning GHD with clients for new work and new approaches to developing relationships with prospective clients
• Build GHD client relationships through industry knowledge and experience
• Help originate new projects by connecting clients with other industry contacts and SME's within GHD
• Attend industry conferences and seminars representing GHD and marketing GHD services
• Develop relationships with technology and project delivery partners to position GHD to provide services across the life cycle of projects

Internal Client Relationships

• Act as a GHD Relationship Manager and point person for linking GHD's Business Advisory support into our core markets
• Push project leads and work out to various GHD Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as appropriate (PMs, BGLs, SLLs, PDs etc.)
• Work collaboratively and seamlessly with other internal groups, networks, Regions, and organizations to win and complete work and service commitments
• Embrace the "One GHD" philosophy by collaborating with teams worldwide to share capabilities and project opportunities
• Engage in purpose-led communications with other Business Groups to inspire the team and enhance the Employee Experience (EX)

Client Development & Technical Work

• Provide Project Origination Support to potential clients on developing projects and trends that have a high probability of resulting in services
• Reach out through site visits, meetings and telecommunications with clients to further develop or continue industry relationships, manage client expectations, and identify further GHD services that could be offered
• Focus on seeking out and developing clients in the mining, renewable energy, and water sectors, actively winning new work in these sectors
• Support project-related technical delivery through review and QA/QC of deliverables, stamping documents where appropriate, and providing subject matter expertise
• Ensure Client needs are met and work product is excellent through proactive client management and acting as Project Director

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Science or Engineering
• Master's Degree preferred
• Minimum of 20 years' experience in the market with strong connections to the broader environmental market in North America/globally building a team of experts, delivery of work in this area

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, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

Salary Range: $144,560-$208,000 based on experience.

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About Us

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting 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.

Our Pledge to You
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 empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.
That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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