Senior Consultant

The opportunityHelp spark meaningful change by promoting economic development across the globe. You’ll be part of a group of project managers and consultants building relationships with US development agencies including the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), US Agency for International Development (USAID), United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), and others. This includes developing and fostering partnerships with clients and partner firms, proactively identifying potential opportunities, conducting bid capture, managing and developing proposals, managing projects, conducting technical analysis, and writing reports.You’ll thrive in this role if you have project management experience and expertise working with or for US development agencies on infrastructure development projects, as well as experience developing new business and managing proposals.Your impactYou’ll apply your project management, communication and analytical skills to solve complex infrastructure development projects. Projects typically span all infrastructure sectors including transport/logistics/trade facilitation, power, water and sanitation, as well as cross-cutting work on infrastructure finance/PPP/private sector development, and climate change mitigation/adaptation.Your responsibilitiesUnder the leadership of our Global Director of US International projects, you’ll contribute to all stages of the project lifecycle:Lead and support business development efforts, including tracking market developments, leading capture efforts, writing proposals, building teams and developing budgetsProvide technical inputs for infrastructure projects and write compelling and well-organized reportsManage or support project execution, including managing multidisciplinary teams of experts and their inputs, liaising with clients, and managing projects on time and budgetSupport our efforts to build the US international donor marketBuild and maintain relationships with clients and partnersContribute to marketing activities such as external thought leadership content, attending or speaking at conferences, helping with recruitment, or supporting administrative requirementsWe’re looking for someone whoHas strong research and analytical skillsMobilizes resources and can lead teamsIs organized and can prioritize tasks under tight timelinesIs resourceful and can solve problemsCan write and speak clearly and conciselyCan work independently and within teamsWants to evolve in the infrastructure sectorWelcomes coaching and feedbackIs an avid learner and keeps their skills sharpWhat you bring to the teamRequirements:Master’s degree in public policy, economics, international relations, business, or similar disciplineFive or more years of professional experienceDemonstrated project management experience in consulting or research settings including for US agencies such as USAID, MCC, USTDA, or DFCExperience with infrastructure sectors such as transport, power or othersHave the legal right to work in the United StatesCan and willing to travel domestically and internationally as requiredDesirable, but not required:Experience in the transport and logistics sectorFrench, Spanish or Russian language proficiencyExperience in developing countriesSupport for you, professionally and personallyProfessional growth:

We support your growth and professional development at CPCS by providing training, coaching, mentorship and regular feedback.Meaningful connection:

We believe in engaging collaboratively with passionate, diverse and motivated clients, team members and stakeholders to understand various viewpoints.Greater impact:

We believe in helping infrastructure leaders make more impactful decisions. Everything we do seeks to enable positive economic, social and environmental impacts.Competitive compensation:

We offer all team members competitive base salaries along with a benefits package that includes superior health and wellness programs. You could be eligible to receive a performance-based bonus. With time and proven excellence, you may be invited to become a company shareholder and benefit from company dividends and profit sharing. We also believe in offering flexible work arrangements and ample, defined time off.Apply todayThank you for your interest.Applications will be accepted until September 16, 2024Only those selected for consideration will be contactedA portfolio of relevant projects, participating in a case study or written exercise will be required for shortlisted candidatesSubmit a cover letter that explains why you are interested in CPCS and this position. Submit a detailed resume identifying your qualifications. Click "Apply" below to submit your application.About usCPCS is a global employee-owned management consulting firm that finds better infrastructure solutions in the areas of transport and energy. Our firm is headquartered in Canada with offices around the world.On any given day, we can be called on to develop strategies to reduce road congestion, work with transportation agencies to solve freight issues or advise governments looking to modernize their ports or energy sectors.With a team of more than 150 CPCSers and over 1,600 projects completed in 120 countries, our company purpose is clear: Better infrastructure solutions = Better lives.To get a feel for what it’s like to work with us, visit our

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