Consulting Practice Leader
Job Location: Hybrid, must be local to Cleveland, OH
Travel Expectations: 10%
Job Classification: Full-Time
As a Consulting Practice Leader, you will play a pivotal role in driving client success, growing our business, and shaping the culture of our practice. This role blends delivery excellence, business development, and practice management. You will work directly with senior executives, both internally and with our clients, to deliver innovative solutions, strengthen relationships, and position our team as a trusted partner in the local market and beyond.
This is a unique opportunity for a proven leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, execution, and talent development.
In this role, you will: Client Delivery
- Provide billable consulting services to clients by serving as a trusted advisor to executives, contributing to roadmaps aligned to business goals, understanding financial implications, and educating leaders on key relevant industry trends.
- Ensure delivery excellence in client engagements, including stakeholder alignment, milestone achievement, and budget governance.
- Manage financial performance for multiple projects and provide portfolio level visibility by supporting margin performance, revenue forecasting, and risk identification.
- Participate in project steering committees, supporting executive oversight and coaching project leaders on client management and communication.
- Demonstrate a trusted advisor presence by leading high-quality client delivery, exercising sound financial stewardship, and contributing to market-facing activities.
Business Development & Growth
- Drive new business opportunities through networking, thought leadership, and brand-building in the local market.
- Expand existing accounts by identifying new ways to create value and positioning the full breadth of Centricโs offerings.
- Build repeatable growth models that allow us to scale service offerings sustainably, protecting capacity, talent health, and delivery quality while growing.
- Lead sales pursuits in collaboration with local and national leadership, from proposal development to contract execution.
- Act as an ambassador for the Centric brand through community engagement, civic leadership, and active participation in the professional ecosystem.
Practice Management & Talent Development
- Build, mentor, and grow a highโperforming consulting team; set clear expectations, provide meaningful feedback, and support career development.
- Contribute to internal firm initiatives, knowledge sharing, and innovation efforts to ensure we remain at the forefront of our industry.
- Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring team members feel valued, recognized, and supported in their growth.
- Champion Centricโs Core Purpose and Core Values in all aspects of practice management, employee development, client service, and civic engagement.
Who You Are:
- Proven experience in management consulting and/or technology delivery, with increasing levels of leadership responsibility.
- Track record of building and growing client accounts, including direct sales and account management.
- Strong strategic thinking and problemโsolving skills, with the ability to translate business challenges into actionable solutions.
- Demonstrated success leading teams under pressure, with a focus on mentoring and developing talent.
- Bachelorโs degree in a business and/or technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior executives and influence stakeholders.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, high energy, and adaptability in a dynamic, fastโpaced environment.
Total Rewards:
We proudly offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive and wellโrounded benefits package for fullโtime employees that have been designed to nourish your wellโbeing, such as health coverage, wellness programs, 401K company match, selfโmanaged PTO, and other unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments.
- Remote and Hybrid Work
- Time Off When You Need It
- Benefits That Flex
- Professional Development
While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are not fullโtime, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more. Regardless of your role, youโll be part of a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to our shared success.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteransโ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process.