alliantgroup

Director of Strategic Initiatives

Houston, TX · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago

Project ManagementJiraProcess ImprovementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsLean Manufacturing

About the role

This role is responsible for driving organizational accountability, coordinating cross-functional projects and ensuring strategic initiatives move from concept to completion.
Acting as the operational bridge between executives and business leaders, the Director of Strategic Initiatives provides structure, visibility, and accountability across the organization.
This individual excels at managing complex initiatives, aligning stakeholders, removing roadblocks, and ensuring leadership priorities are executed effectively while maintaining a high standard of client service.

Partner with executive leadership to execute the organization's strategic priorities and long-term business objectives.
Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and success metrics for enterprise initiatives.
Develop executive dashboards and KPI reporting to provide visibility into organizational performance.
Lead cross-functional projects from planning through implementation.
Identify dependencies, manage competing priorities, and maintain project momentum.
Implement project management best practices that improve execution and organizational efficiency.
Build strong relationships across departments to improve communication, ensure stakeholder buy-in, and drive organizational alignment.
Facilitate collaboration and decision-making amongst business leaders to drive the execution of enterprise-wide initiatives
Drive operational efficiencies through process optimization and technology adoption.
Develop reporting tools that measure initiative success and organizational effectiveness.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Operations, Project Management, or a related field required.
5-8 years of experience in professional services, consulting, business operations, strategic planning, project management, or Chief of Staff functions.
Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders without direct reporting authority.
Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Monday.com, Asana, Jira, or similar platforms.
Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional enterprise initiatives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Strong project and program management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing workstreams, manage dependencies, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business priorities.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with experience developing executive-level reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics.
Receptiveness to performance feedback and commitment to working effectively in a team environment.
alliant offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical /dental premiums for single coverage for certain options, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gym and group exercise classes, paid covered parking, and more!
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Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification preferred.
Preferred candidate will reside in or relocate to Houston.

alliant offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical /dental premiums for single coverage for certain options, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gym

As the Director of Strategic Initiatives, you will serve as a trusted strategic partner to executive leadership, ensuring the successful execution of the company's highest priority initiatives across six consulting service lines.
This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organized, results-driven professional with strong project management, operational, and consulting experience who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
As a premier consulting and technology firm, alliant is focused on providing solutions to help businesses transform and thrive, while serving as their ongoing growth partner.

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