Change Innovation Manager/ Senior Manager

Company: Activera Consulting

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid/Client Site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Practice Areas: Change Innovation

About Activera Consulting

Activera Consulting is a Houston-based boutique firm specializing in digital transformations and data-driven strategy. We help clients—primarily in Oil & Gas, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, & Construction), and Private Equity. We are nimble, innovative, and focused on turning complex strategies into measurable business outcomes.

Role Overview

As a Change Manager and Organizational Transformation Lead, you will be the "catalyst for change" at the forefront of client initiatives. You are not just a project manager; you are a strategic advisor and executive coach. You will work directly with C-suite leaders to equip them with the mindset and tools necessary to champion complex transformations. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and human adoption by coaching leaders to drive the "new era" of their organization.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Coaching & Leadership Advisory

• Act as a trusted advisor to executives, providing one-on-one coaching to help them lead through uncertainty and resistance.
• Equip client leaders with specific behavioral mindsets and tactical tools needed to become effective change sponsors.
• Lead executive workshops to align leadership teams on vision, strategy, and the human impact of digital shifts.

Change Strategy & Culture Architecture

• Implement cutting-edge change management strategies that prioritize leadership visibility and cultural evolution.
• Conduct thorough assessments to identify organizational "ripples of change" and advise leaders on proactive mitigation.
• Identify and coach "Change Champions" throughout the organization to foster a grassroots culture of innovation.

Narrative & Communication Leadership

• Help executives craft and deliver powerful change narratives that inspire and captivate employees at all levels.
• Design engagement strategies that ensure leadership messaging is consistent, transparent, and frequent.
• Use KPIs to measure the "pulse of change" and coach leaders on how to adjust their approach based on data-driven feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transformational Leadership, Organizational Development, or Business.
• 8+ years experience in executive coaching, leadership development, or senior-level advisory within a management consulting framework.
• Deep knowledge of change frameworks (Prosci, Kotter’s 8 step model) and experience applying them at the executive level.
• Ability to translate complex organizational data into clear, actionable advice for senior stakeholders.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and inspire C-suite audiences.
• Ability to shift between high-level executive coaching and tactical project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of change management methodologies including ADKAR, Prosci, and Kotter’s 8-Step Model.
• Ability to design and execute structured change strategies that drive adoption and sustained outcomes.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills across all stakeholder levels.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to anticipate and manage resistance to change.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and results-oriented approach in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401k Plan.
• Opportunity to earn equity in a growing firm.
• Personalized coaching for your career trajectory.

Why Activera Consulting?

Activera offers a collaborative environment focused on professional growth, client impact, and innovation. You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful engagements across diverse industries while driving measurable transformation for clients and expanding your consulting expertise