Executive Data Strategy Advisor - Lead Data Transformation

GHD; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 187,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD in the United States is seeking an Executive Advisor to shape data strategy, drive data governance and deliver data-led transformation across infrastructure projects. You will lead executive-level engagements, develop repeatable offerings, and build high-performing teams aligned to client demand and GHD’s engineering strengths.

Preferred offices include San Francisco, Irvine, San Jose or Phoenix. The role embraces a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration three days a week and

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in data strategy and enterprise data management.
• Strong track record in data-driven transformation, governance, architecture and analytics.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to engage executive stakeholders and convert relationships into work.
• Clear communication of complex data and technical concepts at senior levels.
• Ability to oversee high-quality deliverables including reports, dashboards and strategic roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Client leadership and stakeholder management.
• Advise on data strategy, governance and digital transformation.
• Lead data structuring, governance and usage discussions.
• Translate complex data into executive decisions.
• Lead work winning and market development.
• Shape opportunities across sectors.
• Develop scale offerings in data governance and information management.
• Align demand with engineering capabilities.
• Delivery leadership and oversight.
• Lead large engagements in data strategy and architecture.
• Define end-to-end data solutions including analytics and AI.
• Ensure scalable, secure, governed solutions.

Skills

Data strategy

Data governance

Analytics transformation

Team leadership

Executive engagement

Communication

Job description

GHD in the United States is seeking an Executive Advisor to shape data strategy, drive data governance and deliver data-led transformation across infrastructure projects. You will lead executive-level engagements, develop repeatable offerings, and build high-performing teams aligned to client demand and GHD’s engineering strengths.

Preferred offices include San Francisco, Irvine, San Jose or Phoenix. The role embraces a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration three days a week and