Project Consultant (100% Travel) in at USC Consulting Group LLC

USC Consulting Group is a forward-moving consulting firm with a reputation of excellence since 1968, based in Tampa, Florida that partners with clients to provide greater value and competitiveness within their businesses. We provide multiple skills and business techniques such as: systems solutions, process improvement, quality function deployment, continuous flow manufacturing and integrated supply chain management.

About the Role:

A Project Consultant with our firm will work on a team and be assigned to a project to work at one of our client locations and benefit from the extensive experience of the members. You will learn the needed skill sets and business techniques required to be successful in our business as a business architect and change practitioner that brings the right solutions to each project. The specific position responsibilities are within the scope of project management which relates to work flow analysis, planning, change process and systems implementation. We work closely with our clients in a partnership to achieve measurable results in process flow, productivity improvement as well as performance management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in project management or consulting within the manufacturing, mining, or supply chain.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software such as Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification.
• Experience working with clients across multiple states and managing remote or distributed teams.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance standards.
• Advanced skills in data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, identify root cause issues, mitigation strategies.
• Participate in project plans, including defining objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment and resolve any issues promptly.
• Assist with post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and recommend improvements for future initiatives.

Skills:

The Project Consultant utilizes strong organizational and analytical skills daily to develop comprehensive project plans and monitor their execution effectively. Communication skills are essential for engaging with clients and internal teams, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Proficiency with project management software enables efficient tracking of progress, resource allocation, and risk management. Problem-solving abilities are applied to address challenges proactively and adapt strategies as needed to meet project goals. Additionally, preferred skills such as data analysis and familiarity with compliance standards enhance the consultant’s capacity to deliver insightful recommendations and maintain high-quality project outcomes.