Manager, Consulting, Strategic Execution

Company: Point B
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

is a business innovation firm that takes the guesswork out of transformation. We engineer your future by combining advanced technologies and industry expertise to help you reimagine your business and its processes to get ahead and stay ahead.We're consulting done differently. While others might say it, we live it-your success is our success.We start with the challenges you face, then partner to drive what's right for your business, your people, and your future. The proof is in our world-class NPS score that consistently triples our competitors. We know how to listen carefully, respond with agility, and accelerate time to value.Partnering with Point B means experiencing the speed and confidence needed to spot critical pivots, navigate complexity with ease, and tailor technology to fit your needs.We're ready to start generating your future today.The Manager role is onsite and client-facing, supporting Point B by leading large business and technical projects that address our clients' challenges. The Manager works across multiple industries and functional areas, leading large teams or programs with multiple workstreams. This role involves supervising daily team activities and may include formal people management responsibilities.Responsibilities Overview

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of large engagements, driving decision-making to move work forward.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing, innovation, and high performance.
• Develop and manage complex project structures, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Serve as a partner to clients throughout all engagement phases, working effectively with senior leaders.
• Ensure quality standards and client requirements are met across workstreams.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Manage project budgets to meet financial targets and maximize profitability.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and advise on key decisions.
• Adapt leadership approaches to different client situations.
• Lead meetings effectively, driving discussions towards resolution.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities for the firm.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support business development.
• Assemble and lead program teams by leveraging team members' strengths.
• Guide teams in pragmatic decision-making and solutions.
• Serve as a 1:1 manager for up to four associates, providing feedback and performance reviews.
• Contribute to operational initiatives to improve delivery methodologies.
• Collaborate with leaders to define long-term client goals and new service offerings.
• Mentor and coach associates and clients, developing new skills and careers.
• Provide engagement feedback to support development reviews.
• Demonstrate and embody Point B values consistently.Required Qualifications Overview
  • B.A. or B.S. degree required.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience.
  • Ability to work onsite as needed.
  • Ability to work remotely.
  • Willingness to travel up to 80%.
  • Flexibility to work non-standard hours when necessary.Desired Qualifications Overview
    • MBA preferred.
    • Experience leading large, complex engagements as a project manager.
    • Cross-industry or deep industry experience preferred.
    • Consulting and customer-facing experience required.
    • Experience coaching or advising on project management activities.
    • Knowledge of technology, systems implementation, change management, PMO/TMO, PPM, or process improvement.
    • Experience leading teams and developing others on engagements.Compensation and BenefitsThe estimated salary range is $75,500-$167,500 USD annually, depending on factors like location, skills, education, and experience. Bonuses are awarded at the company's discretion based on individual and firm performance.#LI-RemoteInterested in Learning More?When you apply, your information will be reviewed personally by our talent team. We will contact you if there is a potential fit and outline next steps.What Makes Point B Different?We are passionate about change, guided by our purpose and values. Our teams help solve major challenges and foster an inclusive culture that attracts top talent. Join a collaborative environment where we build lasting relationships with each other, clients, and communities. - We offer competitive pay, benefits, incentives, flexibility, leadership development, and a culture that supports our diverse team.Employee Ownership - Our ESOP plan gives employees a voice in the company's growth, growing over time from allocations based on compensation. - Recognized as a top workplace by Fortune, Great Place to Work, Consulting Magazine, BuiltIn, and others, including being named a Best Workplace in the US, for Millennials, and for Women.Point B is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment and provide accommodations for disabilities and religious observances. Applicants can contact our Accommodations team at or call 206-517-5000 for assistance.Legal info for job seekers is available on our . We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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