Plante Moran · 1 week ago
Government Services Transformation Senior Consultant
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expPlante Moran is a leading audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firm committed to a supportive culture. They are seeking an experienced Government Services Transformation Senior Consultant to advise public sector clients on organizational performance, service delivery, and technology optimization, while leveraging subject matter expertise in municipal operations to overcome complex business challenges.
AccountingConsultingFinancial ServicesInsuranceTax ConsultingWealth Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leverage subject matter expertise in municipal operations to advise clients on complex business challenges, conduct needs assessments, and deliver actionable recommendations
Identify industry best practices to share with clients to enhance their operations
Design and implement performance measurement frameworks, policies, and dashboards that enhance operations and drive measurable improvements across people, processes, and technology
Develop change management strategies that promote the value and ROI of technology modernization initiatives aligned with strategic business goals
Conduct cross-departmental research and data analysis to support executive-level decision-making and performance insights
Support technology optimization projects from concept through procurement, including solicitation development, vendor evaluation, and demonstration facilitation, with a focus on realizing business value
Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions with senior leadership and frontline staff to capture diverse perspectives and identify opportunities for improvement
Lead and contribute to business development efforts by cultivating client relationships, producing thought leadership, participating in professional associations, and engaging referral networks
Collaborate with multidisciplinary consulting teams including business analytics, organizational development, technology, construction, and risk management to deliver integrated solutions and strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, Construction Management, Information Management, GIS, Business Administration, or related discipline of study required
6+ years of recent or current experience in positions similar to governmental performance management analysts, budget analysts, performance managers, preferably in a management role with previous supervisory experience or applied knowledge of any of the following areas: public finance, planning and zoning, building permitting, engineering, business licensing, utility service delivery, economic development, management analyst, technology and business innovation leadership
Strong interest in transforming governmental organizations is required
Familiarity with using key management systems involving one or more of the following: land management/permitting, utility billing, enterprise asset management, service request / work order management, geographic information systems (GIS), and/or ERP systems (project accounting, capital/fixed assets, contract management, procurement, annual/capital budgeting, accounting, and revenue management systems)
Preferred
Experience with developing relationships and interacting with government officials (e.g., elected officials, chief administrative officers, department heads in building, finance, human resources, public works, community development, utility leaders, 311/public information officers, and customer service staff)
Demonstrated ability to integrate analytical thinking, collaborative team facilitation, and structured problem-solving to develop and justify effective solutions
Proven experience in evaluating and optimizing business processes, with the ability to analyze and redesign workflows using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other recognized process improvement methodologies
Exhibit Plante Moran's “We Care” attitude with clients and colleagues
Business process assessment and/or change management experience and/or certifications preferred (e.g. CBPP, BPM, Lean, Six Sigma, Prosci, CCMP, etc.)
Interest in achieving certifications in project management (e.g. PMP, PMI-ACP) and/or related practice knowledge certifications (e.g., ICMA-CM, AICP, ICC, FEMA, etc.)
Superior attention to detail and conscientious of delivering quality of work products
Professional demeanor with superior oral communication skills
Ability to work independently and as an integral team member
Will consider remote arrangements for qualified applicants beyond a reasonable distance of a physical Plante Moran location
Ability to be an effective consultant in a remote setting as well as domestic travel to clients and Plante Moran offices as necessary (25-35% travel)
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Flexible Time Off
Various pre-determined holidays
401(k) plan
Flexible benefits plans
Business-related travel expense
Lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use
A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff
A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff
Some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time
Company
Plante Moran
Plante Moran is an accounting and business advisory firm that offers audit, accounting, tax, and business advisory consulting services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gordon Krater
Retired Partner
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Steve Schenbeck
Partner
Recent News
2025-10-21
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