Associate Consultant

On Point Staffing Group; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

On Point Staffing Group in Naperville, IL, is seeking an Associate Consultant to join our client-facing team in the vertical transportation field. You will blend technical support, project coordination, and strategic problem-solving while collaborating with clients and internal teams on projects involving elevators, escalators, and related systems.

You will help plan, track milestones, prepare reports and presentations, and ensure deliverables meet high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work with clients and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements by identifying challenges and offering consultative solutions.
• Assist with project planning, tracking milestones, and meeting deliverables.
• Research, gather technical data, and help prepare reports, proposals, and client presentations.
• Attend client and internal meetings to understand goals and provide insights.
• Maintain organized documentation and support operational efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Client-facing experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Monday.com

Asana

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Naperville, Illinois

ID: j-2347

Job Type: Direct Hire

Remote Type: Hybrid

About The Role

The Associate Consultant role is a foundational, client-facing position that blends technical support, project coordination, and strategic problem-solving within the vertical transportation industry. You will collaborate with internal teams and external clients to identify challenges, propose solutions, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects involving elevators, escalators, and other conveyance systems.

A core focus of this role is ensuring that all tasks — whether technical, administrative, or client-related — are completed to the highest standard, efficiently and effectively. Your work will directly support smooth operations across departments, keeping projects on track and clients informed.

In this position, you’ll be exposed to a variety of vertical transportation activities, including field observations, data analysis, report preparation, and meeting participation. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience while developing skills in consulting, communication, and project execution. As an Associate Consultant, you’ll play a key role in helping meet client expectations, drive internal goals forward, and grow as a trusted advisor in a specialized and expanding field.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive mindset.
• Solid experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work effectively with clients, team members, and across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in project coordination, consulting, or a client-facing role.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Asana, MS Project).
• Basic understanding of data analysis or reporting.
• Knowledge of the construction, real estate, or building services industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key support partner in client engagements, helping to identify challenges and offer consultative solutions.
• Participate in project planning, tracking milestones, and ensuring deliverables are met on time and to the highest standards.
• Conduct research, gather technical data, and assist with creating reports, proposals, and client presentations.
• Attend client and internal meetings to understand project goals and provide feedback and insights.
• Help maintain organized documentation and contribute to the operational efficiency of the team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

The required skills for this position, such as strong communication and organizational abilities, will be utilized daily to ensure effective collaboration with Clients, team members and stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite will enable the Associate to create professional documents and presentations that convey important information clearly. Problem-solving skills will be essential when addressing challenges that arise during project execution, allowing the Associate to contribute to innovative solutions. Additionally, familiarity with project management tools will enhance the Associate's ability to track progress and manage tasks efficiently. Preferred skills, such as data analysis, will provide the Associate with the capability to interpret information and support data-driven decision-making processes.