Federal Health Advisory Associate Director

Guidehouse

. Support high-impact initiatives for the Food and Drug Administration .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $149,000 - $248,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive project management expertise, including planning, execution, and performance tracking, while effectively engaging with executive leadership to deliver high-quality communications and strategic recommendations. Proven ability to manage multiple project teams and staffing allocations, ensuring alignment with federal priorities and client expectations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Professional (PMP) CertificationExperience Supporting Federal ClientsStrong Business Graphic Design SkillsExperience Managing Staffing AllocationsExperience Developing Executive-Level Communications

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBusiness TransformationData VisualizationProcess AnalysisIT-Related Project DeliveryBudget ManagementAcquisition ManagementPerformance TrackingQuality AssuranceStakeholder Requirements Capture

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailMentoring Junior StaffIndependent WorkAccountabilityCommunication with Executive Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office 365PowerPointSharePointExcelWord

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Lean Six Sigma CertificationChange Management Certified Professional (CCMP)

Industry Keywords

Food and Drug AdministrationFederal Budget ProcessesBusiness System ImplementationsHigh-Tempo EnvironmentClient-Ready Work

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support high-impact initiatives for the Food and Drug Administration
Lead and manage high-visibility projects supporting FDA priorities, including budget, acquisition, and business transformation initiatives
Engage directly with executive leadership to shape strategy, provide recommendations, and deliver executive-level communications
Own deliverable quality by identifying, correcting, and preventing errors and holding the team accountable for accurate, client-ready work
Develop executive briefings, presentations, and decision materials tailored for senior leaders
Manage weekly staffing allocations across multiple workstreams, aligning resources to priorities and contract deliverables
Validate team work against weekly and bi-weekly objectives, quality standards, and client expectations
Provide project management oversight covering planning, execution, risk management, and performance tracking
Support IT-enabled initiatives and modernization efforts, translating business needs into actionable plans
Apply business graphic design principles to produce high-quality deliverables
Mentor and oversee junior staff, reinforcing accountability, quality, and consistency in delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
10+ years of professional experience supporting federal clients, with demonstrated success in project management and delivery execution
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
US citizenship is required
Three (3) days on-site each week at the FDA White Oak Campus in White Oak, Maryland
Proven experience working directly with executive leadership
Demonstrated experience developing executive-level communications, including briefings, presentations, and decision materials
Experience managing multiple project teams, including assigning work, tracking progress, and validating deliverables against defined timelines
Experience managing staffing allocations across several workstreams on a weekly basis
Strong project management background, including planning, execution, and performance tracking
Experience supporting or delivering IT-related projects or business system implementations
Strong business graphic design and presentation development skills, including advanced use of PowerPoint
Experience with Microsoft Office 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining alignment with leadership priorities
Experience capturing stakeholder requirements, conducting process analysis, and developing actionable solutions
Experience supporting executive leadership at the Food and Drug Administration
Experience working in business transformation or centralized operating models
Experience applying data visualization tools to communicate insights
Familiarity with federal budget, acquisition, and financial management processes
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred)
Change Management Certified Professional (CCMP) certification
Technical background
Proven ability to operate in a high-tempo environment with competing priorities
Strong attention to detail with a track record of delivering high-quality, accurate work
Experience developing junior team members

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package
Travel Required: Up to 25%