Federal Civilian Agencies Associate Director

Guidehouse; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Mobility Stipend

Parental Leave

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a senior leader to drive large-scale Federal consulting engagements in the Washington, DC area. You will oversee multi‑disciplinary teams, partner with Civilian Agencies, and deliver programs spanning managed services, loan servicing, and finance modernization.

The role requires a Federal/Public Trust adjudication, 7+ years of federal consulting experience, and a willingness to travel. Hybrid work with 3–5 days on-site near the client is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD PUBLIC TRUST; candidates must obtain approved adjudication prior to onboarding.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university.
• 7+ years of post-graduation consulting experience in federal transportation consulting/research.
• Proven experience leading large-scale Federal engagements with teams of 25–200+ professionals.
• Strong expertise in operations management and organizational transformation initiatives.
• Ability to travel.
• Hybrid role may require 3–5 days on-site at the Client's office.
• Open to candidates within 50 miles of Washington DC.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support large-scale Federal consulting engagements ranging from 25 to more than 200 team members.
• Drive operational excellence and organizational transformation initiatives for Federal clients.
• Partner with Federal Civilian Agencies, including key accounts such as USDA, GSA, DOL, USAC, and DOC.
• Deliver complex engagements across areas such as managed services and outsourcing, loan servicing, financial management and accounting, and enterprise PMO operations.

Skills

Public Trust eligibility

Leadership

Project management

Operations management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job Family

• Lead and support large-scale Federal consulting engagements ranging from 25 to more than 200 team members.
• Drive operational excellence and organizational transformation initiatives for Federal clients.
• Partner with Federal Civilian Agencies, including key accounts such as USDA, GSA, DOL, USAC, and DOC.
• Deliver complex engagements across areas such as managed services and outsourcing, loan servicing, financial management and accounting, and enterprise Program Management Office (PMO) operations.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

• Lead and support large-scale Federal consulting engagements ranging from 25 to more than 200 team members.
• Drive operational excellence and organizational transformation initiatives for Federal clients.
• Partner with Federal Civilian Agencies, including key accounts such as USDA, GSA, DOL, USAC, and DOC.
• Deliver complex engagements across areas such as managed services and outsourcing, loan servicing, financial management and accounting, and enterprise Program Management Office (PMO) operations.

What You Will Need

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university.
• Seven (7+) plus years of post-graduation consulting experience in federal, state, or local transportation consulting/research.
• Proven experience leading and contributing to large-scale Federal consulting engagements involving teams of 25 to 200+ professionals.
• Strong expertise in operations management and organizational transformation initiatives.
• Ability to travel.
• This hybrid position role may require up to 3-5 days on-site at the Client's office.
• This hybrid position is open to candidates who currently reside or will reside within 50 miles of Washington DC.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience supporting managed services and outsourcing engagements.
• Knowledge of loan servicing operations and related business processes.
• Background in financial management, accounting, and related consulting initiatives.
• Experience leading or supporting enterprise Program Management Office (PMO) functions.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Certified ScrumMaster (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.

Benefits Include

• 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.

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