IT Planning & Program Enablement Manager at Ghd in Irvine, CA | USD172,000-286,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

stakeholder management

program governance

enterprise architecture

business analysis

strategic planning

change communication

Business Relationship Management: Builds trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, bridging the needs of enterprise functions and technology solutions.
Program Management: Enforces consistent delivery practices to ensure project health, governance, and agility.
Enterprise Architecture: Defines and upholds architecture principles to guide scalable, sustainable solution delivery.
Business Analysis: Ensures technology investments are grounded in clear requirements, thoughtful change plans, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Planning & Prioritization: Leads the planning process with senior leadership, driving prioritization and resources toward the highest-impact opportunities.
Communications: Develops strategic communication plans that build trust, reduce confusion, and accelerate change adoption.

Requirements

enterprise architecture

business analysis

change management

program management

project management

10+ years

Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing, collaborative teams in dynamic environments.
Previous experience in a matrix environment managing virtual and/or global teams.
10+ years managing in a corporate environment, working with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
Undergraduate degree. Advanced degree preferred.
Expertise in strategic planning and prioritization efforts across complex portfolios and business functions.
Skilled in enterprise architecture, business analysis, and change management.
Exceptional communication skills, with a track record of building trust and driving alignment through strategic messaging.
Strong program and project management skills, highly disciplined with superior organizational skills.
Experience managing large-scale Technology programs and projects

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.

5 Continents

Global Presence

The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.

With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Culture + Values

Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero target validated by SBTi

Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.

2025

Carbon neutral commitment

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.

70%

Recycled materials in packaging

Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.

Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact

Inclusion & Diversity

Level 4–5

GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark

Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.

9 Employee Groups

Resource Groups Established

Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.

Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)

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Role

Description

stakeholder management

program governance

enterprise architecture

business analysis

strategic planning

change communication

Business Relationship Management: Builds trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, bridging the needs of enterprise functions and technology solutions.
Program Management: Enforces consistent delivery practices to ensure project health, governance, and agility.
Enterprise Architecture: Defines and upholds architecture principles to guide scalable, sustainable solution delivery.
Business Analysis: Ensures technology investments are grounded in clear requirements, thoughtful change plans, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Planning & Prioritization: Leads the planning process with senior leadership, driving prioritization and resources toward the highest-impact opportunities.
Communications: Develops strategic communication plans that build trust, reduce confusion, and accelerate change adoption.

Requirements

enterprise architecture

business analysis

change management

program management

project management

10+ years

Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing, collaborative teams in dynamic environments.
Previous experience in a matrix environment managing virtual and/or global teams.
10+ years managing in a corporate environment, working with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
Undergraduate degree. Advanced degree preferred.
Expertise in strategic planning and prioritization efforts across complex portfolios and business functions.
Skilled in enterprise architecture, business analysis, and change management.
Exceptional communication skills, with a track record of building trust and driving alignment through strategic messaging.
Strong program and project management skills, highly disciplined with superior organizational skills.
Experience managing large-scale Technology programs and projects

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.

5 Continents

Global Presence

The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.

With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Culture + Values

Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero target validated by SBTi

Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.

2025

Carbon neutral commitment

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.

70%

Recycled materials in packaging

Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.

Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact

Inclusion & Diversity

Level 4–5

GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark

Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.

9 Employee Groups

Resource Groups Established

Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.

Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)

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