Project Manager – Business Analyst

GHD Group Pty Ltd • Irvine, CA

2d • $85,000 - $143,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of the environment, and we’ll help you go all the way. Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond. Our pledge to you. Join GHD. We are seeking a versatile Project Manager – Business Analyst combination to optimize project delivery across our Western Region infrastructure portfolio. In this role, you will bridge the gap between engineering operations, corporate finance, and client groups. You will analyze project spend projections, develop portions of proposals and work with internal marketing systems and review construction cost estimates. The role includes supporting and managing projects including supporting teams with internal accounting systems. This position can be based in any of our offices in CA, AZ or WA. 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.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in business analysis or project management within civil engineering, architecture, or construction management industries.
• Professional comfort level working in varying roles, projects and teams. Typical project teams work across multiple time zones.
• Hands-on experience with project accounting and CRM platforms software such as BST and Salesforce, respectively.
• Strong capability to write cohesive business proposals and present complex financial data to technical staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; advanced Excel skills (e.g., financial modeling, advanced formulas, Power Query, Macros, or VBA are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze project spend projections, budget variances, profitability metrics, and resource allocation across multiple public works contracts.
• Review draft cost estimates for errors and consistency.
• Interface with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) marketing systems.
• Author, coordinate, and edit technical and commercial sections of proposals for local, state, and federal clients.
• Partner closely with internal engineering teams, project managers, and external client groups to align business operations with project goals.
• Manage schedules, track deliverables, and document key progress indicators for infrastructure projects.

Benefits

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level