RSG - Resource Systems Group, Inc. · 5 months ago
Vice President, Planning & Modeling Applications
RSG - Resource Systems Group, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Planning and Modeling who will build and drive growth across multiple practice areas by developing and executing a market strategy. The Vice President will play a critical role in cultivating a culture of collaborative client development and will lead efforts to expand RSG’s impact in public and select private sector markets adjacent to transportation.
ConsultingLogisticsSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
Uses long-range vision to drive growth in new and existing markets – spanning public agencies and strategically selected private sector clients adjacent to transportation – by applying a deliberate, data-informed market strategy aligned with RSG’s client development approach
Develops comprehensive plans of action based on research and in-depth investigations of industry needs, trends, and forecasted disruptors
Works with a long-term perspective to establish and maintain relationships that are deep enough to carry over to work that goes beyond the obvious or advertised client needs. Seeks to work up the value chain within existing and new markets
Applies subject matter expertise in travel demand modeling, land use forecasting, scenario planning, or other qualitative methods to assess opportunities and lead strategy development
Champions a firm-wide client development mindset, engaging cross-functional teams to consistently identify and act on opportunities for sustainable client relationships and market expansion
Leads re-entry into transportation-adjacent private markets by identifying high-impact opportunities where RSG’s planning and modeling capabilities can deliver scalable value
Leads processes for integrating strategies and concepts into business plans that motivate teams to achieve organizational goals and initiatives. Monitors and manages performance against the plans
Sets challenging business goals and strives to surpass those goals by building organizational capability, taking calculated risks, and fostering a long-term learning environment
Actively sees and understands the strengths and limitations of individuals and situations. Thinks multiple years ahead to ensure resources are placed appropriately to build clarity and meet performance needs
Holds others accountable to high, but realistic standards. Continuously works towards positive outcomes, even through challenging situations, interactions, and relationships. Addresses performance problems in a timely way by assessing against clear standards and acting in a way to change behavior for the better
Builds a strong team of consultants who are adaptable, flexible, collaborative, and eager to work across the firm, helping to manage and care for existing colleague and client relationships, and to deliver exceptional project outcomes
Leads team execution and timely delivery on all aspects of work including both qualitative and quantitative methods with a strong emphasis on delivering innovative insights and results with impact. This may at times include managing of project
Promotes a growth-oriented culture in which client development is embedded across roles, ensuring all staff understand and contribute to strategic business development goals
Role models and reinforces the corporate values at all times, through leadership, communications and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Masters, with extensive experience leading and growing a consulting practice, ideally in a field such as planning and model development
Demonstrated business acumen with strengths in thinking critically and strategically to inform decisions and business direction
Strong consulting background with proven ability to scope, lead, and deliver modeling projects under deadline and budget constraints
Demonstrated experience in influencing organizational direction, thought leadership, and creating cross-functional success
Successful track record of leading and delivering complex, cross-functional projects amongst competing priorities
Demonstrated role model of positive leadership behavior
Demonstrated ability to motivate teams and build cohesive alignment around a direction
Demonstrated ability to drive performance accountability
Strong written and verbal communication with a focus on precision and persuasion for any audience
Emotional intelligence with an ability to establish strong, collaborative and trusting relationships with colleagues and clients
Strong interest and experience in technology and social platforms
Strong storytelling and data visualization capabilities
Brings a well-established network of contacts and potential clients
Demonstrated abilities in planning and model application
Demonstrated understanding of model development and forecasting
Experience fostering firm-wide accountability and engagement around growth strategies, particularly through structured client development processes
Demonstrated success navigating and expanding presence in private sector markets adjacent to transportation, with an understanding of how to translate technical capabilities into scalable client value
Preferred
Demonstrated experience applying planning and modeling tools (e.g., travel demand models, land use models, or behavioral simulations) in real-world client settings
Professional certification preferred (e.g., PE, AICP, PMP, PTP)
Benefits
100% employee-owned company with employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Award-winning culture and workplace flexibility
Competitive 401(k) with matching, medical with HSA, dental, vision, disability, and other insurance coverage
Professional Development opportunities