Management Consultant - Business Operations & Strategy

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary incentive bonus

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a management consulting professional to conduct research, analyze organizational structures, and support transformation initiatives for federal clients. You will participate in interviews, workshops, and reporting, helping to document current and future state models while tracking actions and milestones.

The role requires 1–3 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Management, or related field.
• 1–3 years in consulting or project support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience creating client-facing deliverables.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis of organizational structures, business processes, workforce data, and operating models to support organizational transformation initiatives.
• Support stakeholder interviews, workshops, and working sessions by developing agendas, documenting findings, tracking action items, and synthesizing feedback.
• Develop presentations, reports, meeting materials, and briefing documents for senior client and project team review.
• Assist in documenting current-state and future-state organizational structures, roles and responsibilities, governance processes, and operating procedures.
• Analyze workforce, workload, and operational data to identify trends, support staffing analyses, and inform organizational recommendations.
• Support the development of implementation plans, project schedules, risk logs, and status reports to help track project progress and milestones.
• Assist with change management and stakeholder engagement activities, including communications planning, meeting coordination, and adoption tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the delivery of high-quality client deliverables within established deadlines.
• Possibly coordinate meetings, manage action items, and support workshop execution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Public Admin/ Management/ Economics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Tableau

Visio

SharePoint

Job description

Job Family:Management ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Conduct research and analysis of organizational structures, business processes, workforce data, and operating models to support organizational transformation initiatives.Support stakeholder interviews, workshops, and working sessions by developing agendas, documenting findings, tracking action items, and synthesizing feedback.Develop presentations, reports, meeting materials, and briefing documents for senior client and project team review.Assist in documenting current-state and future-state organizational structures, roles and responsibilities, governance processes, and operating procedures.Analyze workforce, workload, and operational data to identify trends, support staffing analyses, and inform organizational recommendations.Support the development of implementation plans, project schedules, risk logs, and status reports to help track project progress and milestones.Assist with change management and stakeholder engagement activities, including communications planning, meeting coordination, and adoption tracking.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the delivery of high-quality client deliverables within established deadlines.What You Will Need:Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Management, Political Science, Economics, Organizational Development, or a related field.One (1) to Three (3) years of professional experience in consulting, project management, program support, business analysis, organizational effectiveness, or a related field.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to organize and interpret qualitative and quantitative information.Experience creating presentations, analyses, reports, or other client-facing deliverables.Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate findings and recommendations.Experience coordinating meetings, managing action items, and supporting project teams in a fast-paced environment.Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet established deadlines.Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust or suitability determination.What Would Be Nice To Have:Experience supporting federal government clients through internships, consulting engagements, contractor support, or government service.Familiarity with organizational transformation, change management, workforce planning, or business process improvement concepts.Experience conducting research, stakeholder analysis, process mapping, or data analysis.Experience facilitating meetings, documenting requirements, or supporting workshop execution.Knowledge of project management principles, project scheduling, and risk management practices.Experience using Power BI, Tableau, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, or similar business analysis and collaboration tools.CAPM, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Prosci Change Practitioner, or other early-career professional certification.Interest in organizational design, governance modernization, workforce transformation, and public sector consulting.The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.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 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. 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.