Executive Advisor - Water Asset Management (Southern California)

GHD; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is looking for a Senior Project Manager – Asset Management in Southern California. This position focuses on leading asset management advisory practices for water utilities. Responsibilities include developing strategic asset management plans, conducting capital planning, and implementing CMMS solutions. A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and California P.E. registration are required. The role follows a hybrid model, allowing for flexibility while working collaboratively in the office three days a week. Salary range is $112,000 to $187,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Master's degree preferred but not mandatory.
• California P.E. registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand GHD's asset management advisory practice.
• Develop strategic asset management plans.
• Conduct risk-based capital planning.
• Implement CMMS solutions.
• Perform condition assessment programs.
• Build long-term client relationships.

Skills

Utility asset management

Capital planning

Strategic AM planning

CMMS implementation

Advisory services for water clients

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in California

Job description

Job Description

To solve complex challenges, you need to challenge the status-quo. At GHD Advisory we are invested in creating sustainable commercial outcomes with clients driving change in water, energy and urbanization.

Who are we looking for?

GHD Business Advisory is advancing its Water Asset Management and Infrastructure Finance capabilities across Southern California. With active on-call contracts and growing opportunities across Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager – Asset Management with strong expertise in utility asset management, capital planning, strategic AM planning, CMMS implementation, and advisory services for public water, wastewater, and stormwater clients.

This role will focus on leading and expanding GHD's asset management advisory practice in Southern California, serving as a trusted advisor to municipal water and wastewater utilities. Responsibilities include developing strategic asset management plans, conducting risk-based capital planning, implementing CMMS solutions, performing condition assessment programs, and building long-term client relationships with agencies across the region.

You will operate as a seller‑doer within GHD's North American Asset Management Advisory team, based in Southern California, with close collaboration with colleagues in Water, Environment, and Transportation to develop value-driven solutions for utility and infrastructure clients across the region.

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 the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

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

• Consulting Project/Program Design
• Consulting Project Delivery
• Consulting Project Content Development
• Community of Practice Management
• Client Issue Diagnosis
• Client Issue Clarification
• Workshop Facilitation
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Personal Capability Building
• Project Management
• Business Advice
• Client & Customer Management (External)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (required)
• Master's Degree in Civil/Environmental/ Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (preferred)
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in California (required)

EEO Statement US

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer and provides 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: $112,000- $187,000 based on location and experience