Managing Consultant: Human-Centered Research & Strategy

Guidehouse; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 102,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Discretionary bonus incentive

Tuition Reimbursement

Mobility Stipend

Employee Referral Program

Paid Holidays and Sick Time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Managing Consultant to lead human-centered research initiatives across the project lifecycle. You will design and execute primary research methods, program surveys in Qualtrics, and translate findings into actionable client recommendations and visualizations.

You will also manage multi-workstream engagements, collaborate with leadership, and contribute to business development and knowledge sharing. Travel up to 10% and onsite work are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership of human-centered research initiatives from planning through analysis and reporting.
• Proficient in designing, programming, administering, and managing surveys (Qualtrics or similar).
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data and communicate findings clearly to clients.
• Synthesize insights into actionable recommendations that improve programs and customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead human-centered research engagements across the project lifecycle (planning, data collection, analysis, insight development).
• Design and execute primary research methods (surveys, interviews, focus groups, usability studies) to answer client questions and improve outcomes.
• Lead survey research efforts using Qualtrics, ensuring data quality and efficient operations.
• Develop evaluation plans, research frameworks, and analytical approaches aligned to client objectives.
• Analyze data, synthesize findings, and translate research into clear recommendations and visualizations.
• Conduct and interpret survey analyses, net-to-gross assessments, attribution research, and decision-making studies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by identifying challenges and guiding evaluation and strategy decisions.
• Tailor research approaches to client needs and evolving environments.
• Manage work plans, staffing, deadlines, budgets, and project risks across engagements.
• Collaborate with team leadership and communicate progress, risks, and developments.
• Participate in business development, training, knowledge sharing, and culture efforts.
• Drive values through leadership and an inclusive environment.

Skills

Primary research methods

Project management

Qualtrics administration

Data analysis

Client-facing consulting

Net-to-gross analysis

Attribution methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Qualtrics

Job description

Guidehouse is seeking a Managing Consultant to lead human-centered research initiatives across the project lifecycle. You will design and execute primary research methods, program surveys in Qualtrics, and translate findings into actionable client recommendations and visualizations.

You will also manage multi-workstream engagements, collaborate with leadership, and contribute to business development and knowledge sharing. Travel up to 10% and onsite work are expected.