Strategic Resource Deployment Lead

Baker Tilly US; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a Resource Management Deployment Manager in Dallas to support onboarding and transitions across Risk Advisory. You will act as the central point for staffing and deployment across projects, partnering with practice leaders and delivery teams to ensure the right talent is aligned to needs in time.

The role provides visibility into pipeline demand, supports workforce planning and hiring strategies, and drives onboarding and transition execution to improve efficiency and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 9 years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of related experience, preferably within a professional services firm.
• Certifications such as PMP or RMCP preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; integrity and discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work across all levels of the Firm.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute resource management process for assigned population.
• Facilitate scheduling of resources to appropriate client assignments based on timing, travel, levels, skills, and other necessary requirements.
• Drive scheduling process to prepare for future deadlines; balance capacity with open needs and proposing solutions to maximize utilization and drive profitability.
• Use scheduling tools to forecast hours, track utilization, and monitor overall headcount.
• Facilitate meetings with Managers and Partners on a weekly basis, providing updates as needed.
• Ensure staff profiles and schedules are accurately maintained in the scheduling database; making necessary changes on a recurring basis.
• Generate and analyze resource management reports, including availability reports, billable hour forecasts and actual vs scheduled variance data.
• Monitor chargeable hours, overtime, and travel to ensure work is fairly distributed.
• Drive consistency by implementing resource management processes and teaming with personnel to ensure compliance.
• Build relationships with client serving personnel at all levels through effective communications and a high degree of professionalism.
• Gain understanding of the skills, experiences, and career goals of professional staff to ensure optimal client assignments alignments.
• Proactively communicate with Managers, Partners and industry leaders to ensure population is effectively utilized.
• Facilitate the resolution of conflicting assignments and flag availability of staff to ensure engagements are staffed appropriately.
• Field scheduling questions, tailoring responses based as needed; elevating to Manager of Resource Management when necessary.
• Collaborate across Firm functions and within internal team.
• Liaise with resource managers across other business units for effective and efficient allocation of resources.
• Support strategic resource management projects and initiatives throughout the year.
• Coordinate with the human resource and recruiting teams on the hiring and on-boarding of campus and experienced hire talent, including intern programs.
• Participation in semi-annual and annual performance calibration meetings for professional staff

Skills

Resource management

Scheduling

Client service

Communication

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree or 9 years experience

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a Resource Management Deployment Manager in Dallas to support onboarding and transitions across Risk Advisory. You will act as the central point for staffing and deployment across projects, partnering with practice leaders and delivery teams to ensure the right talent is aligned to needs in time.

The role provides visibility into pipeline demand, supports workforce planning and hiring strategies, and drives onboarding and transition execution to improve efficiency and