Senior Manager, Oil

• This role can be based anywhere in the US

Allow us to introduce ourselves

dss+ is a leading operations management consulting firm offering a range of advisory and implementation transformational services in Operational Risk, Operational Excellence, and Sustainability, enabled by Learning & Development and Digital Technologies.

dss+ has employees across the globe offering services primarily in the Metals & Mining, Chemicals, Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Financial Services industries.

With our DuPont industrial operations heritage and expertise in operational risk management, operations excellence, learning & development, data analytics & digital technology, our capabilities provide an integrated, transformational solution to enable clients to realize their business goals.

At dss+ we embrace and celebrate diversity. We have established an inclusive culture, where everyone contributes, has the chance to develop and display their talents in solving challenging client problems. We are a team-based culture and, thus, we look for people that operate well in this environment, are intellectually curious and adaptive in ensuring their contribution fits within the evolving themes and dynamics of our projects.

The Role

In this strategic and client-facing position, you will oversee the entire consulting value chain. This includes leading or supporting business development efforts, engaging in project delivery, and fostering account development. You will also be a regional thought leader, actively contributing to shaping and driving our Oil & Gas Industry strategy in collaboration with our Practice Delivery Teams, while collaborating with the regional Oil & Gas Industry Leader.

You will be instrumental in driving revenue and profit growth in the Oil & Gas industry, all while working closely with thought leaders to innovate our approach and deliver exceptional value to our clients.

Responsibilities will include:

• Report directly to USC Oil & Gas Leader and be accountable for developing and leading junior team members, with a strong focus on business development and go-to-market strategy to support regional business growth
• Client Acquisition: Identify potential clients through research and network building, work with Industry Leader to scope projects, prepare and deliver presentations tailored to client needs
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve sales targets. Stay abreast of market trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions
• Collaborate with the global Oil & Gas Industry Team to contribute to thought leadership, offerings, and methodologies, bringing global best practices to the USC market and clients
• Provide support for consulting business assessment and implementation engagements
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client executives, maintaining and expanding relationships in alignment with the account team. Understand client needs and consult on solutions that add value to their business
• Participate in and contribute to internal and external industry networks with the aim of developing new business working closely with the USC Marketing Team
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the consulting team to ensure client projects are delivered effectively. Coordinate with marketing to develop targeted campaigns and materials

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of the Oil & Gas industry, including key trends, major players in the market, key risks, challenges, and value drivers.
• You have experience from both industry and management consulting
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry solutions and best practices in operational risk, operational excellence, and sustainability practice lines
• Must have a strong understanding of emerging technologies—including digital twins, AI-driven predictive maintenance, IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things), and advanced process safety analytics—to enhance operational efficiency, risk management, and sustainability for our oil & gas clients
• Strong existing network of relevant senior leaders in targeted Oil & Gas industry accounts
• More than 8 years of experience in delivering growth and key services in transforming companies in the Oil & Gas Industry
• Exceptional communication skills at the C-suite level, with the ability to effectively drive business development, solution development, and high-quality delivery of key services
• Proven experience in managing, leading, and developing a team
• Successful candidates will have a solid foundation in account management, with a focus on client retention, revenue growth, and customer satisfaction
• An entrepreneurial spirit, results-focused, and adept at thriving in a fast-paced, rapidly growing consulting environment
• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or business; MBA or MS preferred
• The ideal candidate will have a mix of industry and consulting background
• More than 8 years of professional experience in management consulting; deep understanding of management consulting services and how they can benefit clients. Well-versed in the industry trends and challenges facing prospective clients
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a team-working attitude to collaborate within fast-paced, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Travel between 25-50% is required, primarily to clients in the Houston metropolitan area

At the highest level, you will have the chance to:

Live and breathe dss+ Core Values and Mission Critical Behaviors and encourage others to do the same. As a company and individually, we are here to deliver value, walk our talk, keep learning, work in teams and be engaged. Read more about what we value here -

Use what you know about the Oil & Gas Industry to drive growth among a strong existing portfolio and new dss+ clients.

Keep your sights on the big picture, overseeing program delivery, developing client relationships, leading cross-team initiatives and developing promising talent.

Plug into technical, regional, and global communities to build working relationships and a strong network of resources.

Advance the way the industry thinks, contributing to emerging dss+ IP, reusable assets, thought leadership and more.

Become recognized as an Oil & Gas Industry subject-matter expert and trusted thought partner within dss+ and to our clients.

We have a strong growth trajectory and a global footprint, which means unprecedented opportunity for the people on our teams to advance their careers through working with clients and joining forces with our experts who all share a problem-solving mindset and a passion for what they do. Our performance process and talent systems support every individual on their personal and professional development journey.

Because we're 100% Purpose and mission driven – dedicated to protecting, transforming, and sustaining positive change – this role, and the resources you'll have, offers you the ideal platform to make a difference.

At dss+ we embrace and celebrate diversity. This is, above all, an inclusive culture in which everyone contributes, and everyone has the chance to develop their talents further.