Project Manager / Business Analyst

About Sia

Sia is a pioneering global management consulting firm established in 1999 with a digital-first foundation. Leveraging expertise in strategy, management, data science, and creativity, we empower clients worldwide to embrace transformation with optimism and responsibility. Operating across 48 locations in 19 countries with 3,000 consultants, we serve over 40 sectors driving growth through innovation and digital modernization, particularly in Energy, Utilities, Transportation, and Industrial sectors.

Role Overview

We are seeking a hybrid Project Manager and Business Analyst to join our Energy, Utilities & Transportation practice. This role suits individuals comfortable navigating ambiguity, facilitating collaboration between business and technical teams, and translating strategic visions into actionable initiatives. Key responsibilities include project delivery leadership, process improvement, and driving AI and digital transformation efforts aligned to client modernization goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution including scope, timeline, budget, risk mitigation, and governance.
• Create and maintain detailed project documentation such as plans, risk logs, roadmaps, and status reports for executives.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment across business units, IT, vendors, and sponsors through workshops and governance meetings.
• Identify risks proactively and implement resolution strategies.
• Collect and document business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Analyze current and future-state business processes to find opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
• Conduct gap analysis, root cause analysis, and cost-benefit evaluations.
• Assist with technology vendor selection processes including RFPs and assessments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify high-impact AI, automation, and digital transformation opportunities.
• Document AI use cases and translate business challenges into technology solutions.
• Evaluate AI platforms, copilots, and automation tools and support their adoption via training and change management.
• Partner with technical teams on system integration, testing, and data quality governance.
• Support modernization projects involving cloud, ERP, CRM, EAM, GIS, and other enterprise systems.
• Develop strategic client relationships acting as a trusted advisor throughout project lifecycles.
• Produce executive-level deliverables including business cases, roadmaps, and recommendations.
• Contribute to proposal development, statements of work, and business growth initiatives.
• Mentor junior consultants and promote practice knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in technical project management, business analysis, consulting, or a similar client-facing role.
• Proven experience managing complex business or technology transformations.
• Strong fundamentals in planning, risk, stakeholder management, and budgeting.
• Skilled in documenting requirements, business processes, and user stories.
• Experienced facilitator of workshops and cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process optimization and AI-driven transformation opportunities.
• Knowledgeable about generative AI, enterprise AI tools, intelligent automation platforms, and their business applications.
• Collaborative experience with engineering, product, IT, or data teams.
• Proficient with process mapping tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, Miro, or ARIS.
• Strong analytical skills with Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Excellent communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in dynamic, ambiguous environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consulting experience in Energy, Utilities, Transportation, Manufacturing, or related industrial sectors.
• Expertise in managing AI transformations from strategy through implementation and adoption.
• Hands-on knowledge of AI workflow assessment tools and intelligent automation technologies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, Claude, Gemini, or comparable AI platforms.
• Experience with low-code/no-code platforms like Power Platform, UiPath, or ServiceNow.
• Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, SAFe, or blended delivery methodologies.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, EAM, GIS, Workday, Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Exposure to cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Skills in change management and driving user adoption.
• Certifications including PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, CSPO, CBAP, or Lean Six Sigma are advantageous.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $118,300 to $122,400 annually based on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for annual performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; supplemental insurance; Employee Assistance Programs.
• 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Programs for college savings and student loan repayment.
• Paid parental leave; generous paid time off including nine company holidays and one floating holiday.
• Cell phone stipend; ongoing well-being and professional development initiatives.

Work Environment

Sia places high value on face-to-face collaboration. Consultants may be required to work onsite at client locations depending on engagement needs. When not onsite with clients, consultants work from a Sia office or approved coworking space at least three days per week. Candidates should live within reasonable commuting distance of a Sia office or coworking location. Offices exist across multiple U.S. cities including New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Additional Employment Information

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States at application time and throughout their employment. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at present or in the future. Sia is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and business needs.