Managing Director

Job Title: Practice Leader - Project Advisory

Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Job Type: Fulltime

Strategic Leadership & Business Operations:

• Meet with the CEO quarterly to provide executive-level updates on budgets, backlogs, and other financial data
• Develop and execute the overall strategy for the Project Advisory group, from budget planning to achieving and exceeding revenue and contribution margin goals
• Identify growth opportunities, adapt to market changes, and develop innovative solutions to maintain a competitive edge
• Oversee the development and implementation of strategic sales and marketing programs to drive new business, retain clients, and expand existing engagements
• Lead senior management in establishing and achieving key objectives and results (OKRs), ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and business objectives
• Build and nurture relationships with key clients, ensuring satisfaction and exploring cross-selling opportunities
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of consultants, focusing on their career growth and promoting team engagement and collaboration
• Delegate effectively, ensuring high-quality work and continuous professional development among team members
• Serve as a subject matter expert in client engagements, delivering top-tier solutions that meet and exceed client expectations
• Establish and maintain high standards of quality control, ensuring the practice’s reputation for excellence and value
• Act as the escalation point for resolving client, team member, or operational challenges

Financial Performance & Growth:

• Drive the financial success of the practice, meeting or exceeding defined revenue targets and utilization goals
• Develop financial models and analyses to support decision-making and client solutions
• Ensure the practice operates efficiently, maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Oversee operations and contract management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and government regulations
• Identify and assess new market segments, staying ahead of industry trends and competition
• Support company growth through potential acquisitions, leading integration efforts to ensure seamless transitions

Qualifications:

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership role, including responsibility for financial performance and leading service-oriented teams in the construction professional services industry
• Proven track record in a senior leadership role leading and expanding a practice or business unit within the construction project advisory consulting or related field
• Strong background in business development, financial management, and team leadership
• Expertise in developing and implementing strategic plans that drive growth and operational efficiency
• Extensive knowledge of the Project Advisory consulting landscape, with a robust network of industry contacts
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to think strategically and effectively translate strategy into executable actions
• Strong crisis management and conflict mediation skills
• Proven emotional intelligence to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to travel as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs

Thanks and Regards,

Nelson Ratner

Executive Recruiter

Email: nelson.r@brightpathassociates.com