People Business Partner

6 days ago


Irvine, United States GHD Full time $92,920 - $139,380

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

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a People Business Partner to join our US-based team. This position will be based in Irvine, CA. GHD supports a hybrid work model.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways. As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

The People Business Partner (PBP) for the US West region is responsible for aligning HR strategies to the business objectives for their region. The position serves as the strategic partner to principals and managers, and a first point of contact and resource to employees on human resource-related issues.

Performance and Talent Management:
  • Drive the region’s people processes (performance, development, and career) to current and future standards and assist in the coordination of the annual Performance Review process including scheduling, training sessions, reporting.
  • Identify region’s talent pool strengths and needs and coordinate programs to leverage strengths and development needs in partnership with the Talent Management COE.
  • Coordinate with all parties to ensure a smooth process for new starters throughout the onboarding program and implement employee engagement programs to continually improve employee engagement and retention.
Strategic Partnership:
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of assigned region’s business strategy and organizational plans and assist the region with analysis and diagnosis of client needs in achieving their goals by identifying People resources and organizational issues.
  • Build and manage close and constructive relationships with leadership and employee resource groups.
  • Act as a change agent, challenging the status quo, and develop best practices solutions to address talent challenges before they impact the business.
Learning and Development:
  • Support and encourage a leadership and coaching culture through coaching the region’s business leaders on issues of effective team building and organizational effectiveness.
  • Provide leadership by demonstrating understanding of business trends and needs by implementing initiatives to build a high-performing organization aligned with strategic leadership initiatives.
  • Analyze talent data to provide insight to the region for training and learning/development priorities.
  • Facilitate programs and training delivery as appropriate.
Legal and Policy Compliance:
  • Ensure region people processes are consistent with company policy and local legal requirements.
  • Assist with workplace investigations as required.
  • Region expert on GHD People Policies.
  • Champion Diversity & Inclusion.
  • Collaborate with Health and Safety Leader to ensure zero harm to our people.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

  • Minimum six (6) 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.
  • Current or previous experience working in consulting engineering, environmental engineering, or construction firms preferred.
  • Proven ability to establish excellent work and coaching relationships.

The salary range for this position is $92,920-$139,380 depending on location and experience.

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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