Technology and Communications Sector Leader

GHD; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD seeks a visionary Sector Leader for the Technology & Communications sector to drive growth, forge partnerships, and lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-evolving market.

You will align digital, infrastructure, water, environment, and energy services with client priorities, represent GHD in industry forums, and mentor account managers across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or other relevant discipline.
• Project Management and Business Development (highly regarded).
• Minimum 15 years industry experience (consulting environment preferable).
• Client Account Management Experience within designated Sector.
• Highly developed and open communication and influencing skills, both oral and written.
• Good people relationships and networking skills.
• Highly approachable to staff queries and highly visible in the sector and with specific clients
• Understanding and adherence to GHD’s values, Codes of Conduct and Policies including risk and reputation management and compliance with GHD’s health and safety management system

Responsibilities

• Represent GHD externally through industry forums, thought leadership, and active participation in priority industry associations to strengthen market visibility.
• Build and deepen strategic partner relationships with larger consulting firms and ecosystem players to expand reach, capability, and capture.
• Grow and strengthen key client relationships across technology, communications, and digital infrastructure owners and developers.
• Mobilize multidisciplinary teams across Digital, Infrastructure, Water, Environment, and Energy to deliver integrated solutions.
• Lead sector growth strategy and grow client account managers.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Client account management

Communication skills

Networking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or other relevant discipline

Job description

Job Description

At GHD we are committed to addressing the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of energy, water and communities.

About Us

We are a global network of multi-disciplinary professionals providing clients with integrated solutions through engineering, environmental, design and construction expertise.

Our future-focused, innovative approaches connect and support communities around the world, building resiliency and sustainability for generations to come.

Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a visionary Sector Leader with a track record of building client relationships within the technology and communications industries. The ideal candidate will have experience growing business lines, leading multidisciplinary teams, and forging partnerships with leading technology providers, network operators, and public agencies. The Sector Leader will champion our growth strategy for this client industry, working closely with GHD’s digital and infrastructure experts to deliver innovative solutions and drive GHD’s leadership in this fast-evolving sector.

Technology & Communications Sector: Charting New Territory for GHD

• Hyperscalers and Cloud Platform Providers


• Colocation and Data Centre Operators


• Digital Infrastructure Developers and Investors


• Telecommunications and Network Owners


• Technology and Platform Companies


• Public Sector Digital Infrastructure Owners and Regulators

With digital infrastructure, connectivity, and data-driven services evolving rapidly, our clients are driving innovation and shaping the future. GHD is committed to building into this dynamic sector, considering our client's needs not only in the data and digital space, but also across GHDs core strengths in the Water, Infrastructure, Environment, and Energy service offerings.

Why This Sector Matters

This sector is a critical engine of growth for GHD, encompassing clients whose investments are reshaping markets. Unlike traditional infrastructure projects, our clients require agile, technology-driven capital programs and complex, multi-jurisdictional solutions that demand bold leadership and creative problem-solving.

Areas of Focus

• Represent GHD externally through industry forums, thought leadership, and active participation in priority industry associations to strengthen market visibility.


• Build and deepen strategic partner relationships with larger consulting firms and ecosystem players to expand reach, capability, and capture.


• Grow and strengthen key client relationships across technology, communications, and digital infrastructure owners and developers.


• Mobilize multidisciplinary teams across Digital, Infrastructure, Water, Environment, and Energy to deliver integrated solutions.

Leading the Way

GHD’s approach will leverage its multidisciplinary strengths, extending beyond traditional engineering to include digital advisory, program management, permitting, and lifecycle asset support.

Sector Leaders at GHD are empowered to own the sector growth strategy, adapt to the fast pace and scale of client investments, lead and grow our client account managers, and build integrated, relationship-led engagement across multiple service lines. If you’re inspired to forge new paths and drive innovation, this sector offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact and help shape the business in uncharted territory.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s Degree Engineering, Science, or other relevant discipline.


• Project Management and Business Development (highly regarded).


• Minimum 15 years industry experience (consulting environment preferable).


• Client Account Management Experience within designated Sector.


• Highly developed and open communication and influencing skills, both oral and written.


• Good people relationships and networking skills.


• Highly approachable to staff queries and highly visible in the sector and with specific clients


• Understanding and adherence to GHD’s values, Codes of Conduct and Policies including risk and reputation management and compliance with GHD’s health and safety management system

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.

The salary range for this position is $175,519 to $272,531. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centers. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

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.