Principal Consultant

Principal Consultant (Director) of Data Center Advisory Join DNV to apply for the Principal Consultant (Director) of Data Center Advisory role. About Us We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. About Energy Systems We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. About The Role DNV Energy Systems North America is seeking a growth‑minded, entrepreneurial Principal Consultant (Director) of Data Center Advisory to join our growing team. This leadership position is empowered to support customers engaged in planning, developing and powering data centers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for growing a cross‑disciplinary new business in a highly matrixed organization. They will lead DNV teams to activate a go‑to‑market plan that delivers a broad set of capabilities and solutions to plan, evaluate and power data centers. The Director will have the opportunity to develop a fast‑growing, high‑potential business. This role is based at our DNV office in Seattle, WA, Oakland, CA, San Diego, CA, Austin, TX, Houston, TX, Medford, MA, Arlington, VA, Columbus, OH, New York, NY, and Oak Brook, IL, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location. Further details regarding role‑specific requirements will be shared during the interview process. The position may also be considered at other DNV offices within the continental U.S. What You’ll Do Develop technical and consulting solutions and offerings for data center advisory services Drive business development efforts with new and existing customers – solidify relationships, create new opportunities, and build a robust sales pipeline Lead solution development and technical consulting projects supporting customers developing data centers and co‑located generation facilities Provide technical leadership and guidance to support staff in a highly collaborative, cross‑disciplinary environment Develop, mature, and refine our service offerings, leveraging DNV’s strong presence and brand as the premiere, trusted independent engineering and advisory firm Develop and execute a one‑ and three‑year Business Plan that leverages current market opportunities and DNV capabilities Act as a liaison, influence, and consult between internal service lines, building rapport and alignment with teams already engaging in data center consulting Develop proposals, including feasibility studies, for new business opportunities Identify, analyze and compare alternative opportunities for entering new markets and adopting new technologies Identify, investigate and evaluate strategic business alliances that align with market needs and DNV’s strategy Identify, evaluate, and manage subcontractor relationships necessary for development and growth of data center consulting Act as Project Manager or Project Sponsor on keystone or highlighted projects Lead and develop a go‑to‑market strategy and champion activities in a strategic marketing and thought leadership plan Manage relationships of data center customers in coordination with Key Accounts and other teams Bring an innovative, creative mindset and willingness to engage with and leverage DNV’s existing capabilities and expertise Benefits Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days) Multiple medical and dental benefit plans, vision benefits Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company‑seeded HSA Employer‐paid, therapist‑led, virtual care services through Talkspace 401(k) with company match Company provided life insurance, short‑term, and long‑term disability benefits Education reimbursement program Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities Charitable matched giving and volunteer rewards through our Impact Program Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company Career advancement opportunities Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election About You What is Required Bachelor’s degree is required 10+ years of experience in energy infrastructure or related field Proven ability to successfully engage with customers, scale a new service and mature it simultaneously At least 3 years’ experience working on data center development in North America, including FERC rules and backup reliability power systems Deep understanding of data center development life cycle and the challenges developers face in gaining access to power Strategic advisory experience in advising clients on go/no‑go decisions, capex strategy and market entry Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and manage competing priorities and multiple concurrent projects effectively Strong skill‑sets in collaboration and working in a highly matrixed, cross‑functional environment The role requires 10–25% travel, allowing the candidate flexibility to meet with customers and stakeholders in different locations in North America Excellent written and verbal English communications skills with strong ability to translate technical findings into business terms We conduct pre‑employment drug and background screening What Is Preferred A professional with a deep understanding of the planning, development, financing and powering of data centers, with hands‑on experience working with data center developers, owners and utilities to achieve desired outcomes. For California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland: DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. For the states of California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland only, the starting pay range for this role is $200,000 – $250,000. DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal Immigration‑related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr