State and Local Government - Managing Consultant - Richmond, VA

Job Family:Management ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 50%Clearance Required:NoneGuidehouse is seeking a Managing Consultant to support the continued growth of the firm's relationship with the Commonwealth of Virginia and its localities.The State and Local Government practice serves clients in the areas of business design, organizational strategy, program strategy, implementation of large programs, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology strategy and transformation, compliance monitoring, program management and reporting.What You Will Do:Manage and lead project delivery teams, scope, timelines, budgets, and resources across multiple engagements.Provide coaching and mentorship to junior and mid-level staff.Drive and support business development efforts including RFP responses, proposal development, and account planning.Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams especially within the Virginia, West Virginia, and District of Columbia markets.Translate strategy into action for our clients.What You Will Need:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/universityMinimum of FIVE (5+) plus years of relevant experienceGeneral technology implementation skills, project management expertise, and client service experience for mission driven organizationsExperience managing cross-functional teams and delivering high-quality client outcomesDemonstrate proven success as a team leader, creating a positive environment and managing staff workloads, while meeting client delivery expectations to include ability to provide candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner, keep leadership informed of progress and issues, answer questions and offer direction to less experienced staffStrong understanding of the Commonwealth of Virginia state governmentAbility to travel as needed to support client engagements, firm growth and other firm initiativesProven ability to lead fixed-price and time-and-materials projects from initiation through closeoutAbility to work in a Guidehouse Office and Client Office as neededMust reside in the Greater Richmond RegionNo sponsorship is available for this positionWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Master's Degree (MBA, MPP, MPA, or equivalent)Experience directly supporting a Commonwealth of Virginia agency in a leadership or consulting capacityPMP or Scrum Master certificationProfessional post-graduation work experience in mission driven organizationsExperience with one more of the following areas: business process redesign, HR consulting, business case development, technology strategy and implementationStrong familiarity with the government acquisition process and business development practices within consulting (e.g., experience identifying and tracking anticipated RFPs; leading proposals; cultivating new work with existing clients)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.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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