Guidehouse

Transportation Account Director

US - VA, McLean Full time

Job Family:

Management Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

  • Build, deploy, and manage teams across a variety of subject matter areas for projects the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) -- initially focusing with on the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
  • Coordinate with strategic business partners to deploy resources of varying expertise to address business needs across task orders.
  • Develop and invest in relationships with DOT clients, helping match firm capabilities with their business needs.
  • Bring industry experience and expertise to the broader account team, helping drive business development.

What You Will Need:

  • 10+ years of relevant consulting experience.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
  • Consulting, project management, business development and contract negotiation all within the federal space.
  • Direct experience serving DOT clientele and an understanding of the DOT operating environment.
  • Experience leading large teams of diverse skills and expertise.
  • A deep understanding of government business development and contracting.


What Would Be Nice to Have:

  • Master’s degree from an accredited university.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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