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Principal Consultant

Principal Consultant

PerkinElmer • Washington, DC, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Principal Consultant

The Vice President, Principal Consulting is a senior executive responsible for leading the company's most strategic consulting engagements, shaping market-facing capabilities, and driving significant revenue growth. This role combines deep subject matter expertise with enterprise leadership, commercial acumen, and a mandate to influence the company's direction. VP-Principal Consultants are accountable for building client trust at the highest levels, originating and converting complex opportunities, and mentoring the next generation of consulting leaders. This role will be expected to be billable on active projects within accounts 100% to maintain visibility, support project launches, and guide executive-level touchpoints.

Strategic Client Leadership

  • Serve as executive sponsor and strategic advisor on high-impact, multi-year client programs.
  • Build and sustain C-suite relationships, ensuring the company is positioned as a long-term partner.
  • Lead strategic account planning and contribute to company-wide client segmentation and targeting strategies.

Commercial Growth & Market Expansion

  • Personally deliver and influence $2M$3M+ in annual revenue through direct delivery and opportunity origination.
  • Identify and shape whitespace opportunities, new service offerings, and market entry strategies.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Practice Leaders to develop go-to-market strategies and thought leadership campaigns.
  • Practice & Capability Development

  • Lead the development of new consulting capabilities, methodologies, and intellectual property.
  • Sponsor innovative initiatives that enhance the company's competitive advantage and delivery excellence.
  • Guide the evolution of consulting practices to align with emerging client needs and industry trends.
  • Talent Development & Leadership

  • Serve as a senior mentor and sponsor for Principal Consultants and high-potential talent.
  • Lead succession planning, performance management, and leadership development within the consulting team.
  • Champion a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning.
  • Executive Governance & Company Leadership

  • Participate in executive leadership forums, including strategic planning, investment decisions, and operational reviews.
  • Represent the consulting function in cross-functional initiatives and company-wide transformation efforts.
  • Act as a public ambassador for the company through speaking engagements, and industry leadership.
  • Metrics for Success

    Metric

    Target

    Account Revenue Impact

    $2M$3M+ in direct and enabled revenue

    Client Executive Engagement

  • ? 2 active C-suite relationships across strategic accounts
  • Practice Innovation

    Launch of ? 1 new capabilities or offerings annually

    Talent Development

  • ? 3 mentees promoted or retained in leadership pipeline
  • Thought Leadership

  • ? 5 external speaking engagements or publications / year
  • Strategic Contributions

    Active leadership in ? 2 company-wide initiatives or governance bodies

    Experience Required

  • Education : Bachelor's Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR a combination of equivalent experience in CQV engineering, cGMP facility start-up, project management and / or comparable military experience). Advanced degree preferred.
  • Industry Expertise : 15+ years in life sciences, biotech, or technical consulting with a proven track record of executive-level impact.
  • Strategic Leadership : Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide initiatives and managing complex client portfolios.
  • Commercial Acumen : Deep experience in consultative selling, pricing strategy, and P&L accountability.
  • Innovation & Influence : Recognized thought leader with a history of shaping industry discourse and driving innovation.
  • People Leadership : Proven ability to build, lead, and inspire high-performing teams across geographies and disciplines.
  • Other Required

  • High degree of technical competence and creativity.
  • Travel as necessary for business continuity.
  • PerkinElmer / Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer / Project Farma is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

    Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.

    The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $200,000 - $250,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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