Responsibilities:

• We are seeking an experienced Director to lead our AI & Data practice within Energy Providers. This individual will drive business growth, build trusted relationships with utility clients and technology partners, lead strategic AI and data engagements, and develop a high-performing team.
• The Director will work across utility business functions and company capabilities to identify opportunities where AI, data, analytics, and emerging technologies can address critical business needs and deliver measurable value.
• Identify, shape, and convert client needs into new opportunities spanning AI strategy and adoption, data strategy and governance, advanced analytics, data platforms, and technology-enabled transformation.
• Lead strategic pursuits from early client conversations through capture, solution development, proposals, presentations, and contract award.
• Drive growth of AI, data, and analytics services across the Energy Providers market, developing relationships with utility executives and leaders across both enterprise technology functions and individual business units.
• Lead strategic AI, data, and analytics engagements, serving as a senior client advisor while maintaining accountability for delivery quality, business outcomes, and client relationships.
• Bring together utility domain expertise, data science, engineering, architecture, technology, and change capabilities to deliver integrated solutions.

Required Skillsets:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, data science, computer science, information systems, business, economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in consulting, utilities, technology, AI, data, or analytics, including senior leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success developing business and originating, shaping, and winning complex AI, data, analytics, or technology opportunities.
• Strong utility industry knowledge and the ability to engage credibly with executives and business leaders across technology and operational functions.
• Experience leading complex AI, data, analytics, or technology engagements from strategy through implementation.
• Strong understanding of modern AI and data ecosystems, including data platforms, cloud technologies, data engineering, advanced analytics, machine learning, generative AI, and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to build strategic relationships with clients, technology partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams and senior professionals.
• Exceptional executive communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to Have:

• Advanced degree in business, engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, or related field.
• Leadership experience within a utility, energy technology company, consulting firm, or technology provider serving utilities.
• Experience with enterprise AI transformation, data modernization, data governance, or advanced analytics programs within utilities.
• Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, Google Cloud, Palantir, or Esri ArcGIS.
• Experience developing strategic technology alliances, joint offerings, or co-selling relationships.
• Relevant cloud, data, AI, architecture, or program management certifications.