Project Leader

Summary

Join Delivery Associates, a global social impact consultancy, as a Project Leader in North America. Lead multiple projects focused on improving economic mobility in US communities, working with governments, nonprofits, and philanthropies. You will manage project teams, solve problems, design stakeholder reports, and build key relationships. This senior-level role requires significant experience in consulting or public sector delivery, proven team leadership, and strong project management skills. The position offers impactful work, a flexible remote environment, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k.

Requirements

• Educational background: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred (e.g. Public Policy, Economic Development, Education). Requisite years of professional experience and/or apprenticeship pathways will also be considered in lieu of formal education
• Professional experience: A minimum of 8 years of relevant and full-time work experience in consulting, other professional services, or as a senior manager in government and public sector delivery
• Team leadership: Proven track record leading / managing a team of early-to-mid career-level contributors in a professional services or project-based context
• Project management experience: Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and programs
• Fluency in English: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Authorization + location requirements: Must be based in and have work authorization in the United States. Delivery Associates will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams: Organize teams and delegate tasks to ensure efficient project execution, fostering a healthy teaming culture
• Lead problem solving sessions: Guide colleagues and partners in breaking down issues to identify root causes and develop solutions
• Design stakeholder reporting: Develop client reports, dashboards, and communication materials, transforming complex challenges and resolutions into clear, concise memos and well-structured presentations
• Facilitate collaboratives: Lead effective meetings and workshops that drive forward problem solving and consensus
• Build key relationships: Cultivate trust, influence, and a strong sense of partnership among senior stakeholders
• Navigate complex engagements: Lead multi-stakeholder engagements in complex environments with curiosity, empathy, and the ability to influence partner teams for collective progress
• Support practice and domain development: Participate in and lead internal initiatives and contribute to the organization and the growth of our work in Economic Mobility, as well as to advance our subject matter expertise and internal IP within and across our practices

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Public Policy, Economic Development, Education)

Benefits

• Impactful work on transformative projects: Opportunities to engage with senior leaders working on the biggest challenges facing inclusive economic mobility
• Excellent colleagues: We strive to be as talent-dense and diverse as possible, so we are always learning from each other
• Growth environment: Everyone’s career pathway is unique - be part of a growing organization committed to continuous improvement
• Flexibility: Remote working environment with opportunities for global collaboration
• Healthy compensation: Our colleagues enjoy a comprehensive benefits package for the effort they put in. In North America, this means a market-rate base salary, annual bonus eligibility, private medical insurance (including vision and dental), generous paid leave balances (including 40 days of PTO), and 401(k) employer contributions independent of colleague contributions
• Travel opportunities: Our teams regularly come together to collaborate with each other, with clients, and in the communities our work is designed to impact