Data Governance Lead

Position Overview

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Governance Lead to develop, implement, and manage a formalized data governance program across the organization. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams including Data & Development, IT, Security, Privacy, and business-side governance committees to ensure data is treated as a strategic asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy
  • Own and lead the enterprise-wide Data Governance Program.
  • Align governance initiatives with business goals and enterprise architecture.
  • Facilitate the Enterprise Data Governance Council and Steering Committees.
  • Define and evolve governance strategy, roles, and workflows.
  • Drive adoption and embed governance practices into business culture.
  • Champion data stewardship and promote a data-driven culture.
• Program Management
  • Develop and maintain governance documentation, policies, and standards.
  • Implement data classification, access control, and issue resolution processes.
  • Track KPIs such as data quality, policy adherence, and resolution times.
  • Manage data governance tools and platforms, including metadata and lineage.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA, SOX).
• Collaboration & Compliance
  • Partner with InfoSec, Legal, and Data Engineering teams to manage access, security, and incident response.
  • Support audit, monitoring, and escalation strategies.
  • Align governance with system design, integration, and AI/data science initiatives.
• Education & Communication
  • Lead training and awareness campaigns on data governance principles.
  • Create stakeholder reports and materials to support governance efforts.
  • Partner with Learning & Development to promote data literacy.
• Success Metrics
  • Increased adoption of governance tools and practices.
  • Reduction in data quality issues and policy violations.
  • Improved stakeholder engagement and clarity in data classification.
  • Faster resolution of access requests and governance issues.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years in data governance or related roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, data management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles and tools.
• Experience with data cataloging, lineage, and quality platforms.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, Teams).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Construction or related AEC fields preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation:
  • Sacramento, San Diego, Denver, Colorado Springs, New Jersey, Philadelphia: $100,000 - $172,000
  • Seattle, Boston, and SoCal: $110,000 - $188,000
  • San Francisco: $119,000 - $204,000
• Opportunity to explore unique career paths and develop professionally.
• Join a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor with a culture that values talent, curiosity, and collective ambition.