Director – AI & Data, Energy Providers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Oversee the AI & Data initiatives within Energy Providers.

• Foster business expansion and cultivate trusted partnerships with utility clients and technology collaborators.

• Spearhead strategic AI and data projects while cultivating a high-performing team.

• Recognize opportunities where AI, data, analytics, and innovative technologies can fulfill critical business requirements and provide measurable benefits.

• Establish connections with utility executives and leaders across various enterprise technology functions and business sectors.

• Transform client needs into opportunities related to AI strategy and implementation, data governance and strategy, advanced analytics, data platforms, and technology-driven transformation.

• Steer strategic initiatives from initial client discussions through to capture, solution development, proposals, presentations, and contract finalization.

• Formulate go-to-market strategies and develop relationships with technology partners for unique solutions and collaborative opportunities.

• Act as a senior advisor to clients while ensuring accountability for delivery quality, business results, and client relationships.

• Convert business challenges faced by utilities into AI and data strategies, roadmaps, solutions, and implementation plans.

• Combine utility domain expertise with data science, engineering, architecture, technology, and change management capabilities.

• Lead the development and scaling of offerings, accelerators, and analytical solutions.

• Manage and enhance a multidisciplinary AI & Data team focusing on growth, delivery, talent management, and capability enhancement.

• Supervise workforce planning, staffing, recruitment, utilization, and career progress.

• Build competencies in alignment with client demand, technological advancements, and business growth strategies.

• Represent AI & Data within Energy Providers and Guidehouse, promoting collaboration with account teams, industry leaders, and technological capabilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, ideally in engineering, data science, computer science, information systems, business, economics, or a related field.

• A minimum of TEN (10)+ years of experience in consulting, utilities, technology, AI, data, or analytics, including roles with senior leadership responsibilities.

• Proven track record in developing business and originating, shaping, and securing complex AI, data, analytics, or technology opportunities.

• Strong knowledge of the utility industry with the capability to engage credibly with executives and business leaders across technology and operational areas.

• Experience in managing complex AI, data, analytics, or technology projects from strategic planning to implementation.

• Comprehensive understanding of contemporary AI and data ecosystems, encompassing data platforms, cloud technologies, data engineering, advanced analytics, machine learning, generative AI, and governance.

• Demonstrated ability to forge strategic relationships with clients, technology partners, and internal stakeholders.

• Established capability in leading and developing multidisciplinary teams and senior professionals.

• Exceptional skills in executive communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and problem-solving.

• A higher degree in business, engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, or a related field is preferred.

• Leadership experience in a utility, energy technology firm, consulting agency, or technology provider serving utilities is preferred.

• Familiarity with enterprise AI transformation, data modernization, data governance, or advanced analytics initiatives within utilities is preferred.

• Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, Google Cloud, Palantir, or Esri ArcGIS is preferred.

• Background in developing strategic technology partnerships, joint offerings, or co-selling relationships is preferred.

• Relevant certifications in cloud, data, AI, architecture, or program management are preferred.

• Willingness to travel up to 10% is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may qualify for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Student Loan PayDown Program

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Initiatives

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

• Flexible benefits package

• Up to 10% travel required