Director - AI and Data (Energy) (1158552)

The Judge Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Director - AI and Data (Energy) to lead our AI and Data practice for a large consulting firm. The role emphasizes driving growth, building trusted relationships with utility clients and partners, and delivering strategic AI and data engagements across the energy sector.

Responsibilities include shaping opportunities, pursuing campaigns, and delivering integrated, governance-driven solutions with a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, engineers and architects.

Qualifications

• Bachelore2e2e9s degree in engineering, data science, CS, IS, business, economics or related field.
• 10+ years of consulting/ utilities/ AI/ data leadership experience.
• Proven success building and winning AI/data opportunities.
• Strong utility industry knowledge with executive credibility.
• Experience leading complex AI/data engagements from strategy to delivery.
• Deep understanding of AI/data ecosystems, platforms, cloud, governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI & Data practice within Energy Providers and drive business growth.
• Build trusted relationships with utility clients and technology partners.
• Guide strategy, data governance, analytics, and tech-enabled transformations.
• Shape opportunities from early conversations through proposals and awards.
• Grow AI, data, and analytics services across the Energy Providers market.
• Serve as senior advisor while ensuring delivery quality and outcomes.
• Unite utility domain expertise with data science, engineering and architecture.

Education

Bachelore2e2e9s degree in engineering

Tools

Azure

Snowflake

Databricks

Job description

Location: WASHINGTON, DC, USA

Salary: $100.00 USD Hourly - $125.00 USD Hourly

Description: The Judge Group is currently seeking a Director - AI and Data (Energy) for a large consulting firm.

Responsibilities

• We are seeking an experienced Director to lead our AI & Data practice within Energy Providers. This individual will drive business growth, build trusted relationships with utility clients and technology partners, lead strategic AI and data engagements, and develop a high-performing team.
• The Director will work across utility business functions and company capabilities to identify opportunities where AI, data, analytics, and emerging technologies can address critical business needs and deliver measurable value.
• Identify, shape, and convert client needs into new opportunities spanning AI strategy and adoption, data strategy and governance, advanced analytics, data platforms, and technology-enabled transformation.
• Lead strategic pursuits from early client conversations through capture, solution development, proposals, presentations, and contract award.
• Drive growth of AI, data, and analytics services across the Energy Providers market, developing relationships with utility executives and leaders across both enterprise technology functions and individual business units.
• Lead strategic AI, data, and analytics engagements, serving as a senior client advisor while maintaining accountability for delivery quality, business outcomes, and client relationships.
• Bring together utility domain expertise, data science, engineering, architecture, technology, and change capabilities to deliver integrated solutions.

Required Skillsets

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, data science, computer science, information systems, business, economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in consulting, utilities, technology, AI, data, or analytics, including senior leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success developing business and originating, shaping, and winning complex AI, data, analytics, or technology opportunities.
• Strong utility industry knowledge and the ability to engage credibly with executives and business leaders across technology and operational functions.
• Experience leading complex AI, data, analytics, or technology engagements from strategy through implementation.
• Strong understanding of modern AI and data ecosystems, including data platforms, cloud technologies, data engineering, advanced analytics, machine learning, generative AI, and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to build strategic relationships with clients, technology partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams and senior professionals.
• Exceptional executive communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Have

• Advanced degree in business, engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, or related field.
• Leadership experience within a utility, energy technology company, consulting firm, or technology provider serving utilities.
• Experience with enterprise AI transformation, data modernization, data governance, or advanced analytics programs within utilities.
• Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, Google Cloud, Palantir, or Esri ArcGIS.
• Experience developing strategic technology alliances, joint offerings, or co-selling relationships.
• Relevant cloud, data, AI, architecture, or program management certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.

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