Federal Civilian Agencies Associate Director

Job Family: Management Consulting What You Will Do: Lead the delivery of large-scale Federal consulting engagements, serving as the primary point of accountability for client satisfaction, contract performance, financial management, and delivery excellence. Lead operational improvement, business process modernization, and organizational transformation initiatives that improve efficiency, service delivery, and mission outcomes. Build trusted advisor relationships with senior Federal stakeholders across agencies such as USDA, GSA, DOL, USAC, and DOC, helping clients address complex mission and operational challenges. Manage program governance activities including executive reporting, risk management, resource planning, staffing, quality assurance, and performance metrics. Support business development activities including capture, proposal development, task order responses, and organic growth opportunities. What You Will Need: Bachelor's degree required. Minimum of Seven (7) years of experience leading large-scale Federal programs, consulting engagements, or managed services operations supporting civilian government agencies. Demonstrated experience leading operational transformation, PMO, shared services, managed services, business process improvement, or organizational change initiatives. Experience managing program finances, staffing, subcontractors, and contractual performance requirements. Experience briefing executive stakeholders and facilitating governance boards, steering committees, and leadership meetings. Must be in the DMV area as the candidate will be required to be in Guidehouse office in Arlington, VA or Tysons office, at least 2-3 days per week. PMP certification required. Up to 20% travel may be required. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. Must be a US citizen. What Would Be Nice To Have: Experience managing enterprise data modernization, analytics, business intelligence, or cloud data platform implementations. Familiarity with modern data technologies such as Databricks, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, AWS Analytics Services, or related platforms. Experience delivering data governance, reporting, data integration, or AI-enabled analytics initiatives. Experience supporting Human Capital, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Workforce Management, or Shared Services modernization initiatives. Experience managing hybrid delivery teams consisting of federal staff, contractors, and subcontractors. Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or related field). Experience with process improvement methodologies and organizational change management. Lean Six Sigma certification. CSM certification. What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com #J-18808-Ljbffr Guidehouse