Job Description



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


GHD has an opportunity for a Regional People Leader to support the West region of the U.S. The Regional People Leader provides professional and contemporary strategic and operational people management advice and initiates human resource best practices to support the achievement of the region's business objectives and GHD's overall strategic goals. This position will be based in Phoenix and/or possibly other GHD offices in the US West region. Candidates outside of the region must be willing to travel to the West region frequently and relocate to the region upon joining GHD. GHD supports a hybrid work model.



Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you. With commitment, there's no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programs to accelerate your growth.

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.


Let's solve the big problems together.


That's why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive 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. See where your commitment could take you.


In this diverse role you will be involved in:



Coaching and Performance


" Coaches managers on all people related issues

" Employee coaching, support and advice

" Ensures workplace differences/disputes are managed appropriately

" Responsible for performance review process, outcomes, and follow-up action for region


Workforce Planning/Succession


" Works with Regional General Manager and Center of Excellence partners on specific development and succession needs

" Develop strategic resourcing requirements aligned to Region Business Plans

" Collaboratively manages and actively engages with graduate recruitment and development for region

" Supports and actively engages with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Inclusion and Diversity Leader

" Monitors and provides insights and solutions in relation to staff retention and attraction including a focus on wellbeing and diversity


Learning and Development


" Develops a learning strategy to actively support the capability build and professional development of people within the region

" Analyzes talent data to provide insight to the region for training and learning/development priorities

" Facilitation of programs and training delivery as appropriate


Legal and Policy Compliance


" Ensures region people processes are consistent with company policy and local legal requirements

" Leads workplace investigations as required

" Region expert on GHD People Policies.

" Champions Diversity & Inclusion


What you will bring to the team:


" Min 10+ years professional experience.

" Undergraduate degree in relevant field. Background in providing generalist HR / People Management advice and services at both the strategic and operational level

" Must have experience in a professional services, consulting organization, preferably in A/E/C


" May have functional depth of experience in recruitment, organizational development, employee relations

" Proven ability to establish excellent work and coaching relationships.


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

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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.