Consultant IV - Strategy & Operations

Propeller Consulting•Portland, OR

1d•$103,000 - $124,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Propeller is a people-focused management consulting firm that helps individuals, teams, and organizations thrive in change. Organizations hire us to solve problems, inspire transformation, and drive change. We work with clients to align teams and priorities, clear hurdles, and deliver customized solutions. And in doing so, Propeller helps spark, regain, and accelerate the most impactful and energizing force we know: momentum. Our clients are generally large and mid-size organizations in the retail, tech, energy, utilities, and public sector industries. These organizations are where we drive the most impact, but we serve all different types of clients. We have teams in Portland, San Francisco, and Denver - and are growing into Dallas and Minneapolis. Propeller may be for you if you have an unyielding passion for unraveling complex challenges, delivering creative, impact-driven solutions, and creating lasting progress. You are curious, you thrive in the unknown, and you have the grit to continue moving projects forward while guiding leaders and teams through ambiguous challenges. As a Consultant, you'll partner with clients to develop and implement impactful strategies that drive value across people, processes, and technology. You’ll work directly with clients to design solutions, create roadmaps, and deliver high-quality results, building deep relationships and positioning yourself as a trusted advisor. While this role primarily focuses on strategy and operations, our consultants may also contribute to a diverse range of projects. We believe in harnessing your unique expertise to elevate every project, even if it diverges from your primary focus. With solid skills in project management, change management, and process improvement, you’ll transition between assignments, bringing fresh ideas and strategic thinking to each project.

Requirements

7+ years of project management, business analysis, change management, and/or management consulting experience
Experience in strategic planning, portfolio management, process improvement, and operations
Career history that demonstrates progressive responsibilities and accountability
Strong presentation, communication, and facilitation skills
Experience with waterfall and/or agile project management techniques in complex technology environments
Bachelor’s degree
Ability to travel based on client need (up to 25%)
Ability to demonstrate a legal right to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Certified project management professional and/or relevant certifications/education
Experience leading and managing teams

Responsibilities

Lead workstreams within strategic planning initiatives by assessing market trends, evaluating organizational capabilities, and crafting actionable roadmaps that support growth.
Apply structured frameworks to evaluate organizational capabilities and craft actionable roadmaps.
Lead workstream analysis of portfolio performance, applying structured frameworks to help directors and project sponsors identify high-impact initiatives, reduce redundancies, and optimize investments.
Develop realistic, actionable strategies, including roadmaps, governance, and prioritization plans for smooth execution.
Manage end-to-end project execution, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Collaborate closely with project teams to define adoption strategies and rollout plans, ensuring change management approaches effectively support team and stakeholder buy-in.
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities within projects to increase efficiency and reduce redundancies.
Produce polished, client-ready deliverables that influence decision-making at the director/project sponsor level.
Build and nurture strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders, establishing trust and credibility.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, proactively address concerns, and ensure client satisfaction through high-touch engagement.
Contribute to client growth by identifying additional opportunities where Propeller can add value.