Jobs in McLean, VA

About the role

This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4 - 5 days per week to foster that culture, ensure we thrive through shared ideas and teamwork, and maximize opportunities to connect with the exceptional people across Appian. While working in-person with customers is our main priority, we also believe the office environment enables more opportunities to celebrate wins, collaborate effectively, and build strong relationships across teams.

What you'll bring

• 8+ years of experience in resource management, staffing and deployment, or workforce planning within professional services, consulting, or a technology services organization.
• Demonstrated track record of building processes and systems from the ground up, not just operating within an existing framework.
• Experience staffing a population of 250+ billable professionals across concurrent engagements.
• Direct experience staffing U.S. Public Sector engagements, including LCAT structures and cleared personnel management.
• Fluency in services economics: utilization, bench cost, services margin, and how staffing decisions impact each of them.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, with hands-on experience in a PSA or resource management platform.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders, present with clarity, and drive alignment across functions.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a SaaS or software implementation environment.
• Experience administering, not just using, a PSA or resource management platform.
• Familiarity with process automation software and Appian.

Benefits