Operations Sr. Project Consultant (100% Travel) at USC Consulting Group LLC

About the Role:

The Operations Senior Project Consultant plays a critical role in driving operational excellence across diverse client environments by leading complex projects from initiation through successful completion. This position requires extensive travel throughout the United States to engage directly with clients, assess operational challenges, and implement tailored solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity. The consultant will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to analyze processes, develop strategic recommendations, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. By leveraging deep industry knowledge and project management expertise, the consultant will influence key stakeholders and facilitate change management initiatives. Ultimately, this role delivers measurable improvements in operational performance, contributing to the long-term success of client organizations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations consulting or project management roles.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to travel 100% for client engagements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in process improvement methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience working within diverse industries such as manufacturing, logistics, or healthcare.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management and organizational development.
• Advanced proficiency with project management and data analysis software tools.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management activities including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of operational improvement projects.
• Conduct on-site assessments to identify operational inefficiencies and develop actionable strategies to address them.
• Collaborate with client leadership and internal teams to design and implement process enhancements and best practices.
• Manage stakeholder communications and provide regular project status updates to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to support change management and adoption of new operational processes.
• Travel extensively across client locations within the United States to provide hands-on consulting and support.
• Analyze project outcomes and prepare detailed reports to demonstrate impact and recommend further improvements.

Skills:

The required skills enable the consultant to effectively analyze complex operational challenges and develop strategic solutions that drive efficiency. Strong project management capabilities are essential for coordinating multiple tasks, timelines, and stakeholder expectations during extensive travel assignments. Analytical skills support data-driven decision-making and the identification of process improvement opportunities. Preferred skills such as certification in project management and Lean Six Sigma methodologies enhance the consultant’s ability to apply industry best practices and deliver measurable results. Additionally, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for engaging clients, facilitating workshops, and leading change management efforts in diverse environments.