Lead Consultant IT-OT

TRC Companies, Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. invites a dynamic Senior Solution Lead with Utilities domain expertise to drive bid management, proposal development, and market research for transformative projects across energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors.

You will lead strategic pursuits, shape solutions, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling client engagements, including SCADA/ADMS programs, digital transformation, and modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Utilities consulting, digital transformation, or strategic advisory roles.
• Experience with Smart Grid, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, OMS, or DERMS.
• Knowledge of IT-OT integration and utility operational technologies.
• Strong communication and storytelling capability.
• Consulting mindset with client-first approach.
• Ability to work in cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong documentation and executive presentation skills.
• Experience working with system integrators, OEMs, or large utility clients.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end bid management and proposal development activities (RFP/RFI/RFQ responses).
• Collaborate with sales, solution architects, and delivery teams to create compelling client proposals and value propositions.
• Develop presentations, POVs (Points of View), capability decks, and strategic solution documents.
• Conduct effort estimation, risk analysis, and solution positioning for utility transformation programs.
• Support client discussions, workshops, and strategic pursuits.
• Perform market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and industry trend assessments in the utilities sector.
• Research emerging technologies, regulatory trends, and digital utility transformation initiatives.
• Prepare strategic insights and recommendations for utilities clients.
• Develop business cases and transformation roadmaps for utility modernization initiatives.
• Work with electric, gas, or water utilities on modernization initiatives.
• Understanding of utility business processes
• Support solution development aligned with utility operational and business objectives.
• Exposure to SCADA, ADMS, EMS, OMS, or DERMS platforms will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of utility operational technologies and IT-OT integration.
• Familiarity with OEM platforms such as GE Vernova, Aspen tech OSI, Schneider Electric, or Hitachi Energy is preferred.

Skills

Bid management

Proposal development

Market research

Digital transformation

SCADA/ADMS knowledge

IT-OT integration

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology/related field

MBA or equivalent consulting qualification

Tools

AMI / Smart metering

DERMS / EMS / OMS

OEM platforms familiarity

Job description

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and client-focused Senior Solution Lead with experience in the Utilities domain and strong consulting capabilities. The ideal candidate should have expertise in bid management, proposal development, market research, and digital transformation initiatives across the Energy & Utilities sector. Experience in SCADA/ADMS programs will be considered a strong advantage.

The candidate will support business growth initiatives, client engagements, strategic transformation programs, and solution development for utilities clients across transmission, distribution, and smart grid domains.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end bid management and proposal development activities (RFP/RFI/RFQ responses).
• Collaborate with sales, solution architects, and delivery teams to create compelling client proposals and value propositions.
• Develop presentations, POVs (Points of View), capability decks, and strategic solution documents.
• Conduct effort estimation, risk analysis, and solution positioning for utility transformation programs.
• Support client discussions, workshops, and strategic pursuits.
• Perform market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and industry trend assessments in the utilities sector.
• Research emerging technologies, regulatory trends, and digital utility transformation initiatives.
• Prepare strategic insights and recommendations for utilities clients.
• Develop business cases and transformation roadmaps for utility modernization initiatives.
• Work with electric, gas, or water utilities on modernization initiatives.
• Understanding of utility business processes
• Support solution development aligned with utility operational and business objectives.
• Exposure to SCADA, ADMS, EMS, OMS, or DERMS platforms will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of utility operational technologies and IT-OT integration.
• Familiarity with OEM platforms such as GE Vernona, Aspen tech OSI, Schneider Electric, or Hitachi Energy is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Technology, Business, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent consulting/business qualification preferred.
• 5–8 years of experience in Utilities consulting, digital transformation, or strategic advisory roles.
• Experience with Smart Grid, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, OMS, or DERMS.
• Experience with AMI / Smart metering/ intelligent Asset management
• Knowledge of IT-OT integration and utility operational technologies.
• Strong communication and storytelling capability.
• Consulting mindset with client-first approach.
• Ability to work in cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong documentation and executive presentation skills.
• Experience working with system integrators, OEMs, or large utility clients.

EEO Statement

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.