Change Management / Communication Lead

Guidehouse Open · verified Sep 11, 2026

2 Locations Full-time Senior Communications

Senior Communications role at Guidehouse. 2 Locations · full-time · $98,000–$163,000 base.

SalaryStated by Guidehouse

$98,000 – $163,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You'll assess change impacts tied to business and technology transformations
You'll build communication, engagement, adoption, and training plans for redesigned operating models
You'll lead workshops, focus groups, and stakeholder meetings during modernization efforts
You'll track adoption, risks, feedback, and readiness indicators, then recommend improvements
You'll support executive briefings, implementation planning, and transition activities

What you bring

You hold a bachelor's degree in organizational development, business, or a related field
You bring five years of organizational change management experience
You have experience with modernization or transformation initiatives
You communicate clearly, facilitate effectively, and create training and stakeholder materials
You can obtain and maintain Federal or DoD Public Trust approval and are a US citizen

Who this fits

This role suits an experienced change professional who can support modernization programs and engage stakeholders through adoption. You will work from the client office in Washington, DC, and the Guidehouse office in Tyson's Corner, Virginia. Federal or DoD Public Trust approval is required before onboarding.

From the employer

Job Family:

Management Consulting

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

The Change Management Specialist will support organizational readiness, stakeholder engagement, communications, training development, and adoption efforts associated with business process modernization initiatives. This role will help ensure successful adoption of redesigned processes and operating models.

Conduct change impact assessments for business and technology transformations.
Develop stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.
Create adoption plans, training materials, and readiness assessments.
Facilitate workshops, focus groups, and stakeholder meetings.
Measure adoption effectiveness and identify change risks.
Support leadership communications and executive briefings.
Develop change metrics and readiness indicators.
Gather stakeholder feedback and recommend adoption improvements.
Assist with implementation planning and transition activities.

What You Will Need:

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements
Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Business, or related discipline.
Five (5) years of organizational change management experience.
Experience supporting modernization or transformation initiatives.
Strong facilitation and communication skills.
Experience developing training and stakeholder engagement materials.
Work from client office in Washington, DC and Guidehouse office in Tyson's Corner, VA.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Prosci, ADKAR, or Change Management certification.
Federal government consulting experience.
Experience supporting technology modernization or digital transformation programs.
Experience with business process improvement initiatives.
Experience supporting executive stakeholders.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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