Managing Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide leadership and supervision for all client teams within the Advisory business unit, ensuring that projects are delivered with high quality, within scope, and on budget.

• Act as the primary escalation point for delivery challenges, client issues, and staffing disputes across the unit's projects.

• Collaborate with Program Directors and client managers to assess engagement health, manage risks, and uphold strong client satisfaction levels.

• Ensure uniform delivery standards and compliance with Consertus' best practices across all client teams.

• Take charge of day-to-day hiring for the business unit: oversee the assessment, recruitment, and onboarding of personnel to create teams capable of executing the plan.

• Manage the performance, professional development, and well-being of the unit's personnel, establishing clear expectations and providing ongoing coaching and feedback.

• Plan and oversee staffing, utilization, and full-time equivalent (FTE) projections for both current projects and future work, coordinating with leadership and HR.

• Cultivate emerging leaders and promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in alignment with Consertus values.

• Oversee the daily profit and loss (P&L) for the business unit — monitoring revenue, utilization, margin, and costs against the budget — in collaboration with the Business Unit Lead, who retains ultimate responsibility.

• Track financial performance, manage forecasts, and proactively identify and address variances to safeguard and enhance margin.

• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and financial reporting in cooperation with project accounting.

• Guarantee that required reports are submitted promptly and keep the Business Unit Lead updated on performance, risks, and resource needs.

• Serve as a trusted deputy, stepping in for the Business Unit Lead on operational decisions and in their absence.

• Translate the unit's strategy and growth objectives into daily execution across teams and projects.

• Facilitate pursuits and growth by ensuring delivery capacity and staffing are aligned with secured work and future pipeline.

• Assist the Business Unit Lead as necessary on growth initiatives, key clients, and overall P&L management by overseeing the daily operations of the unit, while also being a seller-doer in identifying new opportunities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive experience in capital program management, advisory, consulting, or a related professional services sector, including team management and client delivery, with a strong focus on public sector clients.

• Demonstrated leadership in managing people and hiring, with the ability to build, develop, and retain high-performing teams.

• Strong operational and financial expertise, including knowledge of P&L management, utilization, and project economics.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities; capable of managing multiple client teams and priorities simultaneously.

• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Salesforce, and Vantagepoint.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; advanced degree or professional certifications are advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company-sponsored life and disability insurance.

• Optional benefits including pet insurance, legal assistance, and supplemental health plans.

• 401(k) with immediate eligibility. You will receive a 100% match on the first 3% of your eligible compensation and a 50% match on contributions between 3% and 5% of your salary.

• Generous time off policy: 10 paid holidays and paid time off starting at 15 days, increasing up to 25 days.

• Access to Consertus Academy for ongoing learning and professional development.