Senior Consultant - EVS

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Summary:

In this role, you will lead complex Environmental Services (EVS) consulting engagements that drive operational improvement, labor optimization, and cost savings for healthcare clients. You will serve as a trusted advisor by leveraging analytics, project leadership, and industry expertise to deliver actionable insights and sustainable outcomes across both in-sourced and outsourced EVS models. You will collaborate with client leadership, guide cross-functional project teams, and support the development of strategic solutions that improve operational performance and client value.

Responsibilities:

• Lead advanced analysis of complex operational, financial, and benchmarking data to identify performance gaps, cost savings opportunities, and actionable client insights.
• Develop executive-ready presentations and recommendations that support operational improvement, EVS optimization, and measurable client outcomes.
• Manage project plans, timelines, deliverables, and workstreams using Vizient project management methodologies to ensure successful engagement execution.
• Facilitate client meetings, working sessions, and presentations with operational and executive leadership teams.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on Environmental Services operations, including in-sourced and outsourced EVS models, labor strategies, and EVS supply optimization.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients to manage expectations, address issues, and ensure a high-quality client experience throughout engagements.
• Identify opportunities to expand client value through additional analyses, operational improvement initiatives, and follow-on consulting engagements.
• Partner with Principals and Engagement Leaders to support business development activities and position solutions aligned with client needs.
• Contribute to the development of consulting tools, methodologies, standard deliverables, and intellectual capital across the practice.
• Mentor consultants through coaching, knowledge sharing, and guidance on analytics, data storytelling, and client deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Environmental Services operations, initiatives, or consulting engagements required.
• Experience leading or supporting operational improvement, labor optimization, or cost savings initiatives required.
• Background in acute care Environmental Services preferred.
• Experience within a healthcare system, consulting firm, or client-facing consulting environment preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for executive and operational audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and client relationships in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet clients' needs and timetables.

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

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