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GHD

Catalyzes regional engineering and construction innovation

Jefe de Proyecto de Permisos Sectoriales

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/14/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's
Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
In Person
ConsultingRisk, Regulatory & Legal Advisory

About the job

Requirements
  • A professional degree in Civil Engineering is required.
  • At least 12 years of work experience managing sectoral permits, including 5 years focused on mining, is required.
  • Oral and written communication skills are required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and share information and knowledge is required.
  • Ability to meet complex deadlines and manage multiple requirements is required.
  • Professional judgment and technical decision-making capability are required.
  • Strategic vision applied to project development and client relationships is required.
  • A client-centered approach is required.
  • Demonstrated technical capability in project development is required.
  • Health compatible with field activities is required.
  • A Class B driver's license is required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of sectoral permitting projects, defining technical strategies, execution standards, and applicable sustainability criteria.
  • Monitor technical compliance of projects and promptly identify and communicate deviations to the Team Leader.
  • Provide guidance and support to the team through training, timely review of work, and constructive feedback to ensure deliverable quality.
  • Prepare, draft, process, and coordinate sectoral permits and projects associated with the area.
  • Ensure the technical and regulatory consistency of permits through all stages of development.
  • Provide technical leadership on projects, reviewing and approving documents and deliverables produced by the team to ensure quality and technical consistency.
  • Manage technical relationships with clients, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams, promoting effective coordination and integration of specialties to meet project objectives.
  • Support business development by participating in client meetings and preparing technical proposals for the area.
  • Generate project reporting and keep the Project Manager and Team Leader updated on deliverables, required effort, and reviews.

About the company

ECRi Hub is a collaboration platform by GHD and the Queensland Government that connects engineers, construction and resources startups, researchers, and businesses to develop and commercialize new technologies. It provides space and programs, including the Business Mentoring for Innovation, to guide regional innovators through product development and market entry. It differentiates itself through GHD’s industry expertise, government support, and a clear focus on accelerating commercialization within its sector. Its goal is to boost innovation and drive economic growth and competitiveness for Queensland and Australia by turning ideas into market-ready solutions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$300K

Headquarters

Mittagong, Australia

Founded

1927

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What believers are saying

  • GHD won 2026 recognition for hydrogen blending, dam removal, smart roundabouts, and Indigenous projects.
  • Headcount reached about 17,197 in March 2026, and 2026 job postings rose 59.7 percent.
  • Queensland's ECRi Hub partnership keeps GHD embedded with government-funded innovation and regional commercialization pipelines.

What critics are saying

  • GHD UK flagged 2025 cuts near 10 percent, hitting environment, contamination, geotechnical, and waste teams.
  • Integration risk is immediate after Bowman Engineering's May 2026 acquisition; client churn can follow overlapping cultures.
  • The strongest existential threat is margin compression across commoditized consulting, forcing deeper layoffs and retreat from weaker markets.

What makes GHD unique

  • Employee-owned GHD bought Bowman Engineering in Texas on May 20, 2026, deepening local transport expertise.
  • GHD's 165 offices across five continents give it cross-border delivery scale rivals struggle to match.
  • Its WA100 rank rose from 42 to 39 in 2026, signaling design-market credibility.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Company Match

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