Job Description GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day! That's why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to motivate change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you. GHD is growing! We are hiring a Regional Quality & Project Management Lead (RQPM) to work from our Seattle, WA office. You will be responsible for the strategic leadership vision and execution of a strong quality and project management practice in US West Region. Act as the voice and leadership for US West Project Directors and Project Managers, and drive industry best practice improvements for role clarity, career and competency development, processes, and tools based upon a graded approach of project size and complexity. Responsibilities: Project Management * Accountable for the effective operation of the regional PMO in alignment with the NA PMO. * Leadership and governance of the project management practice within the region, with the specific requirement to make tangible improvements in project management maturity and effectiveness of the Project Director (PD) and Project Manager (PM) roles. * Ensure there is effective project management leadership in place within each business group. * Effective implementation of a PM career path that includes career development and competency/skills training for all level of PM's and PD's. * Implementation of best practices and support tools, systems and staff that can effectively execute projects at varying levels of complexity and size as required by region's business groups. * Working with NA PMO Lead, implement an effective and well understood process that will provide assurance that the right PMs and PDs are in place to support the projects delivered within each business group. * In conjunction with the NA PMO Lead, the regional stakeholders, establish an effective project delivery model for large/major complex projects, including within the design build and alternative delivery space. Quality Systems * Maintain the regional quality management system records and document control. * Establish and maintain consistent and adequate administration procedures to ensure that all information is current and that the project team obtains the latest information. * Create regional quality management system reports, perform root cause analyses, and works to ensure non-conformities are addressed. * Build effective relationships, coach and influence stakeholders at all levels within the organization, to build better alignment with Quality KPIs. * Ensure new employees receive training and coaching on GHD's quality management systems. * Advise, guide and support managers in the implementation of quality practices both on site and within the office environment. * Assist project directors and their teams in the preparation of project quality plans, reviews and records management. * Audit flow of project execution to verify that processes and procedures set up for the project have been followed. * Influence and provide recommendations to other Regions, on how Quality processes, procedures and flow charts could be improved. * Monitor forms and tools usage, ensure that adequate records are maintained, and provide Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as required. * Audit processes and procedures, th To view the full job description,