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Consultant, Lead

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Washington, District of Columbia(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Business Development, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Develop and Maintain Customers, Disability Insurance, Environmental Management Systems, Health Insurance, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Leading Edge Technology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Development, Project Estimates, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Sales Prospecting, Schedule Development, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, District of Columbia
POSTED
11 days ago
The Lead Consultant will successfully deliver projects for clients as a member of project teams within a market program. This includes supporting the project manager by leading small teams initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects. This position also includes maintaining relationships with clients and key decision-makers to help identify follow-on business opportunities and maintain customer intelligence.

What You Will Do:

The Lead manages small teams to work on project tasks under the supervision of a project manager to ensure quality services are delivered on schedule and within the available budget to meet customer requirements.
  • Assist the project manager with defining and sequencing project tasks, estimating task duration, and developing a project schedule as part of developing a project management plan.
  • Review project management plans to understand the scope, schedule, and assigned work authorization.
  • Planning and scheduling client meetings
  • Lead client and tasks-team meetings
  • Lead small task teams with the execution of project tasks.
  • Assist with research and data analysis, including but not limited to assisting with conducting customer or stakeholder analyses.
  • Prepare written documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Develop conclusions and recommendations, write reports, and assist with client presentations.
  • Give oral presentations to clients.
  • Tracking and reporting hours spent executing projects.
  • Work with individuals at all levels, provide input to reports and other deliverables, execute multiple assignments, meet agreed deadlines, and adjust to changing client demands.
  • Performing quality assurance on project deliverables
  • Develop relationships with existing customers to facilitate the development of new business.
  • Identify new business opportunities with existing customers for current and/or additional services.
  • While the position is remote, regular travel (50%+) to client sites and project locations is a core part of the role.
What You Will Need:

Education and Experience
  • 2-4 years of professional experience is the minimum required.
  • Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Delegation skills
  • Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Perform research and provide analysis on research performed.
  • Gather and analyze data effectively.
  • Apply critical thinking to a wide variety of problems.
  • Comprehend and analyze complex problems.
  • Work under tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
  • Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, safety, quality, and environmental management systems.
Salary:

$77k - $87k

Reporting Relationships:

Could report to the Project Manager or Program Manager or a more senior level Consultant.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times. ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations. About Our Benefits ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements. Equal Opportunity The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportuni

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American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)