Transportation Safety Program Management Consultant
Apply Job ID 35394 Date posted 01/16/2026Job Family:
Management Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse supports the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to execute its mission to ensure our nation has the safest, most efficient and modern transportation system in the world. We are searching for a Managing Consultant to help clients execute against their mission effectively and efficiently and work collaboratively with our clients to help them work through their most pressing technically complex challenges. From implementing new policies to standardizing operations across offices, we work side-by-side with government leaders to solve important problems. We are seeking a consultant with strong critical thinking skills, experience in client program support, and a desire to manage clients and engagement teams while coaching and mentoring junior consultants. This role will maintain responsibility for client engagement, solution implementation, and critical problem solving.
Responsibilities
Lead a team in the development of high-quality client deliverables that meet client requirements, setting high standards of quality and timely delivery
Develop detailed project schedules to monitor performance
Identify and manage project risks and issues
Develop detailed status reports for individual programs
Work with diverse stakeholders to fully understand business requirements and interdependencies
Work with stakeholders to help keep projects on-time and within budget
Lead the facilitation of client meetings, work groups, or interviews
Provide guidance, coaching, and quality assurance to junior staff
What You Will Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Engineering, Transportation, Data Analytics, or related field.
5–7+ years of experience in public-sector consulting or transit safety/oversight, with at least 3 years supporting federal programs or transit agencies.
Strong project management and stakeholder facilitation skills.
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
Ability to thrive in client service and team-based environments, especially when tackling unstructured problems
Detail-oriented, flexible, proactive, and able to prioritize tasks to align with changing client needs and respond to ad-hoc requests
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship restrictions apply
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
This hybrid position role may require up to 3-5 days on-site at the Client's office
This position is open to candidates who will reside within 50 of the DC Area
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in engineering, planning, policy, or a transportation discipline
Professional Engineer license, AICP certification, or EIT certification
PMP, CSM, or Lean Six Sigma certification
Experience with process reengineering or standard operating procedure development and knowledge management in federal environments (e.g., internal review workflows).
Proficiency with Google Workspace and technology suite, including Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets
Experience working with federal, state, or local transportation organizations
Experience in transportation safety or developing safety action plans
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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