Principal, Utilities, Advanced Distribution Management Systems

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Overview

West Monroe is seeking an experienced Principal to join our Energy & Utilities practice, specializing in Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS). This role focuses on one or more functional areas, including Distribution Management System (DMS) Advanced Applications, Network Modeling, and Distribution SCADA.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the utility business, technical expertise in ADMS, and a proven track record of leading complex consulting projects and contributing to business development initiatives.

What you'll be doing:

As a Principal, you will drive thought leadership, deliver innovative solutions, and help shape the strategic future of ADMS for our clients.

Responsibilities

Client Delivery

• Lead ADMS consulting projects, including strategy development, cost-benefit analysis, requirements gathering, vendor selection, project planning, and implementation.
• Demonstrate expertise in grid and customer-facing ADMS & modeling domains, including capabilities, vendor ecosystems, roadmaps, target integrations, and utility-specific DMS needs.
• Ensure client satisfaction through exceptional project management and thought leadership.
• Provide functional and technical guidance throughout project lifecycles as a subject matter expert.

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead and mentor a team of consultants, fostering professional growth and cultivating technical leadership skills.
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Thought Leadership

• Serve as a thought leader in Advanced Distribution Management Systems, influencing industry standards and practices.
• Develop and share insights on ADMS through publications, presentations, and industry events.

Business Development

• Collaborate with West Monroe leaders to identify and pursue new business opportunities in the ADMS domain.
• Support proposal development and business development initiatives to expand West Monroe's presence in the ADMS space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the energy utilities sector with a focus on DMS and Network Modeling.
• Proven success in planning and implementing ADMS solutions in a utility context.
• Experience developing ADMS strategies and leading vendor selection processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and teams to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Familiarity with utility operations and the unique operating environment of utility control centers.
• Strong understanding of utility business models and the technical aspects of ADMS.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to travel to client sites up to 75% annually.

Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary range for this role can vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package, including our bonus structure and benefits is here. Individual salaries are determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity.

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date. 

Seattle or Washington, D.C. $162,000—$190,600 USD Los Angeles $169,700—$199,700 USD New York City or San Francisco $177,400—$208,700 USD A location not listed above $154,300—$181,500 USD
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