Digital Lead

GHD; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Auckland is seeking a Digital Lead to drive digital transformation in infrastructure projects. The role involves developing digital strategies, collaborating with internal teams and industry leaders, and influencing digital solutions. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in the infrastructure sector and expertise in BIM, GIS, and AI. The position offers opportunities for impactful leadership and innovation.

Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunities

Diverse workforce environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years in driving digital transformation within the infrastructure sector.
• Proven ability to shape strategy and mentor teams.
• Solid understanding of infrastructure sector drivers.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement digital strategies for market needs.
• Lead efforts to expand market presence and drive revenue growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external leaders to align digital strategies.

Skills

Leadership & Influence

Business Acumen

Communication Skills

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Tech-Savvy

Education

Relevant university degree in engineering

Tools

BIM

GIS

Data Analytics

Digital Engineering

Job description

Overview

GHD is seeking a highly skilled Digital Lead based in Auckland, New Zealand. This pivotal role will drive digital transformation across our infrastructure clients and projects, combining technical expertise with market leadership. You will lead in delivering innovative digital solutions addressing the evolving needs of the infrastructure sector, play a key role in business development, expanding GHD’s market presence, and enhancing the visibility of our digital capabilities across the NZ Pacific region. You will represent GHD at industry forums, conferences, and external engagements, strengthening our brand and leadership in digital innovation. Your efforts will impact GHD's strategic growth and shape the future of infrastructure through cutting-edge digital solutions.

The role

• Develop and Deliver Digital Solutions: Create and implement digital strategies that align with current and future market needs. Lead the development of cutting-edge digital solutions, incorporating technologies such as BIM, GIS, AI, and Digital Engineering.
• Business Development (BD): Lead efforts to expand market presence through new business opportunities, client relationships, and driving revenue growth. Proactively identify opportunities for digital solutions across sectors like Transport, Water, Property, Energy, and Environment.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams and external industry leaders to define and align digital strategies with client needs.
• Influence Digital Strategy: Help shape digital strategy for projects across the APAC region, ensuring that GHD’s digital solutions remain competitive and forward-thinking.
• Thought Leadership: Share knowledge across the industry by contributing to forums, workshops, and publications. Act as a subject matter expert in Digital Engineering, GIS, Data Analytics, and AI.
• Client Engagement & Strategic Planning: Represent digital services during pre-bid/bid, client engagements, and strategic planning phases to ensure that the digital solutions proposed align with client goals.

About you

• Experience: A relevant university degree in an engineering discipline with ideally 10+ years in driving digital transformation within the infrastructure sector, with expertise across Transport, Water, Property, Energy, and Environment.
• Leadership & Influence: Strong individual contributor with the ability to shape strategy, mentor teams, and guide digital transformation efforts.
• Business Acumen: Solid understanding of infrastructure sector drivers, with proven ability to generate revenue, expand market presence, and deliver client-centric digital solutions aligned with business goals.
• Digital Transformation Expertise: Mastery in BIM (Building Information Modelling), GIS, Data Analytics & AI, and Digital Engineering. Experience in Digital Asset Management and integrating digital solutions throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Standards & Methodologies: Extensive knowledge of ISO 19650 for information management and proven experience of implementing the framework across complex organisations.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to influence digital strategy, share knowledge, and drive collaborative solutions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex digital concepts in an accessible way. Skilled in client engagement, pre-bid/bid processes, and strategic planning.
• Tech-Savvy: High attention to detail and a passion for emerging technologies. Comfortable working with various digital platforms like BIM and GIS to drive innovation in infrastructure projects.

To apply, click “Apply” to submit your CV or contact Zen Chua at [e-mail] for more information.

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At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD. Let's drive real change.

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.