Business Analyst Senior Consultant

Guidehouse McLean, VA Open
Guidehouse is looking for Business Analyst Senior Consultant in McLean, VA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3919608319 is live since 2026-10-27 02:09:27.
Overview

In this role, you will drive change management and training for FDA system implementations, coordinating cross-functional workstreams to ensure successful adoption. You will partner with FDA leadership and stakeholders to shape guidance, communications, and readiness activities while delivering hands-on project management for weekly delivery. You will facilitate executive discussions, design client-ready materials, and translate complex system changes into actionable training. This position offers an opportunity to influence large-scale federal transformation and develop enduring account capabilities.

Compensation / Benefits
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Responsibilities
  • Act as a trusted advisor on change management, training, and operational readiness for system implementations
  • Maintain strong client relationships with FDA leadership, program offices and end users
  • Facilitate executive meetings, working sessions, and training deliveries
  • Lead weekly delivery activities across change management and training workstreams, including planning, risk management, and progress tracking
  • Provide hands-on project management across plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to manage dependencies and keep implementation moving forward
  • Support IT-enabled initiatives by quickly learning new systems and translating business needs into training plans
  • Operate in agile environments using Jira for planning, backlog visibility, and task tracking
  • Plan and deliver instructor-led training (virtual and in-person) for varied audiences
  • Create client-ready communications, training content, and job aids to simplify complex changes
  • Translate data and system changes into actionable insights and clear leadership recommendations
  • Ensure deliverable quality and consistency; mentor junior staff
  • Support workforce planning, onboarding, and professional development
  • Identify opportunities to streamline operations via automation, analytics, and redesign
  • Develop and mentor junior team members; contribute to business development and market analysis
  • Drive internal initiatives like PMO development, culture-building, and All-Hands meetings
  • Create and improve tools and templates to strengthen account delivery and operational excellence
  • Author and improve internal policies and processes to enhance quality and scalability
  • Collaborate with Managers and Associate Directors on priorities, delivery objectives, and BD opportunities
  • Demonstrate leadership through account initiatives and knowledge sharing
  • Contribute to cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of experience supporting federal clients with project management and delivery execution
  • Experience developing client-ready communications and executive presentations
  • Experience managing multiple project teams and tracking progress against timelines
  • Experience staffing across multiple workstreams on a weekly basis
  • Strong PM background with cross-workstream coordination and risk management
  • Experience supporting IT-related projects or system implementations
  • Experience supporting change management, training, or adoption activities for system implementations
  • Ability to learn new systems quickly and translate concepts for varied audiences
  • Strong business graphic design and presentation skills with PowerPoint
  • Experience using Microsoft Office 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) for analysis
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while aligning with leadership priorities
  • Experience capturing stakeholder requirements and developing actionable solutions
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance (US citizenship required)
  • collaboration
  • client-focused communication
  • leadership
  • Jira
  • PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
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