Business Consulting Principal

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision

HSA

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Employee stock purchase program

Employee discounts

Identity protection

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a director-level Business Consulting Principal within the Energy practice. The role focuses on strategic growth, P&L leadership, and executive advisory to top-tier energy clients navigating complex transformations.

The candidate will guide multi-million-dollar programs, blend consulting discipline with EPAM’s engineering capabilities, and lead a global, cross-functional team to deliver measurable business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record leading large-scale engagements and practice growth.
• Experience advising C-suite executives and managing multi-million-dollar programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Energy Business Consulting practice P&L and strategic growth.
• Act as senior trusted advisor to C-level executives.
• Drive business development, proposals, and account expansion.
• Oversee delivery governance across major consulting workstreams.
• Mentor and develop senior managers, managers and consultants.
• Represent the firm externally with thought leadership and industry collaboration.

Skills

P&L leadership

C-suite advisory

Strategic growth

Program governance

Energy industry knowledge

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Cloud

Data & AI

Enterprise platforms

Job description

EPAM is seeking an accomplished, visionary director level Business Consulting Principal with a stellar track record of leading large-scale engagements, driving commercial growth, advising C-suite executives, and supporting practice growth.Embedded within our Energy business unit, you leverage your deep expertise in business transformation, operational excellence, and enterprise-wide digital strategy to guide top-tier energy clients through complex industry evolutions. As a traditional business consultant operating in the Energy domain, you focus on organizational strategy, process re-engineering, large-scale program leadership, and unlocking commercial value by seamlessly integrating consulting rigor with EPAM’s world-class engineering capabilities.Req.#1094389687ResponsibilitiesPractice & P&L Leadership: Drive the strategic growth, financial performance, and capability expansion of the Energy Business Consulting practiceC-Suite Advisory & Relationship Management: Act as a senior trusted advisor to C-level executives (CEO, COO, CIO, CDO) at global energy enterprises, navigating complex organizational dynamics and steering multi-million-dollar transformation programsCommercial Growth & Sales Leadership: Spearhead business development initiatives, spearhead strategic proposal development, lead high-stakes oral presentations, and drive account expansion across key energy accountsProgram Governance: Oversee delivery governance across major consulting workstreams, ensuring high client satisfaction, quality execution, risk mitigation, and target value realizationThought Leadership & Innovation: Champion innovative consulting methodologies, stay ahead of industry trends (such as AI adoption and digital operating models), and represent the firm externally through speaking engagements and publicationsTalent Development: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-caliber team of Senior Managers, Managers, and Consultants, fostering an inclusive and empowering cultureRequirementsExperience: 12–15+ years of progressive professional experience, with a substantial portion (8+ years) spent in leadership roles within top-tier management consulting firms, Big Four, or boutique advisory firmsConsulting & Leadership Track Record: Demonstrated success in scaling a consulting practice, hitting commercial targets, and leading multi-disciplinary, global delivery teamsDomain & Industry Acumen: Solid understanding of the business challenges facing the Energy & Utilities sector, combined with deep mastery of core business consulting disciplines (change management, operating model design, post-merger integration, process optimization)Technology Fluency: Ability to advise clients on leveraging advanced technologies (Cloud, Data & AI, Enterprise Platforms) to achieve business outcomesExecutive Presence: Outstanding executive communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to command a room of C-suite executivesEducation: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree strongly preferredWe offerMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)Employee Assistance ProgramUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsMatched 401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time OffLegal Plan and Identity Theft ProtectionAccident InsuranceEmployee DiscountsPet InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAMApplications will be accepted on a rolling basis.EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.