Consultant, Lead

$76k to $95k

Washington, DC, United StatesPosted Oct 12, 2026

Against the Washington typical range

Job description

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

6 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: $76k - $95k Reporting Relationships: Could report to the Project Manager or Program Manager or a more senior level Consultant.

Notice: This role has been opened for a future need expected within three months of the original posting date of this position. Potential candidates may not receive communication until the open headcount is confirmed.

Description copied from American Bureau of Shipping's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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