Consulting Manager - United States

About dss+

At dss+, you don’t just deliver projects — you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future. We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations across metals and mining, energy, chemicals, manufacturing, consumer products, power and utilities, oil and gas, and private equity to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability. With a heritage rooted in DuPont’s industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.

Why this role

This role sits at the centre of delivering high-impact transformation programmes across multiple industries and client environments. As a Manager, you will lead project teams, manage client engagements, and ensure high-quality delivery across complex initiatives. You will play a key role in driving outcomes, building strong client relationships, and developing consulting teams, while contributing to ongoing account growth.

Your impact at dss+

You will lead the delivery of consulting engagements, partnering closely with clients to solve complex operational and organisational challenges. You will oversee teams, manage delivery quality, and act as a trusted point of contact for client stakeholders. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading consulting teams and managing delivery across multiple project workstreams
• Building strong, trusted relationships with client stakeholders
• Structuring and solving complex problems related to operational improvement, risk, or transformation
• Overseeing project execution to ensure quality, impact, and timely delivery
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing consultants through performance support and feedback
• Supporting client discussions, proposals, and account growth opportunities
• Ensuring alignment with dss+ methodologies and consistent delivery standards

What you’ll experience at dss+

• Deliver on our purpose — Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps enable meaningful, lasting impact for clients and their people.
• Develop your trusted expertise — Take ownership of project delivery and client relationships while working closely with senior leaders on complex challenges.
• Thrive in a culture of respect — Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where teamwork, curiosity, and continuous learning are encouraged.
• Shape your career — Accelerate your development through hands-on leadership experience, structured learning, and exposure to diverse projects and industries.

Who you are

You bring strong leadership capability, a structured mindset, and the ability to work effectively with clients and teams in fast-paced environments. You are comfortable balancing delivery, team management, and stakeholder expectations.

Experience

• Experience in management consulting, project leadership, or a related field
• Proven experience managing project delivery and leading teams
• Experience working on transformation, operational improvement, or change initiatives
• Exposure to asset-intensive or operationally complex environments preferred

Capabilities

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities
• Commercial awareness and structured problem-solving capability
• Clear, confident communication with clients and team members

Education and languages

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree beneficial
• Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial

Mobility

Willingness to travel as required to support client engagements

Growth and benefits

We invest in your development and success through:

• Structured learning and development, including our Consulting Development Academy
• Coaching and mentorship from experienced leaders
• Opportunities to work on international and cross-industry projects