Principal Consultant

OverviewWill consider candidates near other TRC offices ( )TRC is a global consulting firm providing environmentally advanced and technology-powered solutions for the oil and gas, power, and infrastructure industry. We are seeking a Principal Consultant - Operational Technology Delivery for Operational Technologies including Energy Management System (EMS) and Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) to join our TRC Intelligent Grid Solutions team.TRC Digital, a business unit within TRC, delivers IT / OT expertise and solutions to best address our client needs and has a proven track record supporting utilities in the deployment of complex operational technologies. We have broad capabilities for IT / OT project delivery while being highly specialized to meet the needs of each individual client. We are the trusted advisor and implementation partner for electric and gas utilities undergoing digital transformation and can offer deep experience across utility OT systems.The Principal Consultant – Operational Technology Delivery will be an essential part of our team to grow the consulting practice in the Operational Technology and Real-Time Systems domain and help build a delivery team of the future.The Principal Consultant - Operational Technology Delivery must have in-depth knowledge with any of the major EMS, SCADA, ADMS systems including : OSII, GE, ABB, Schneider, and Siemens.The Principal Consultant – Operational Technology Delivery must have in-depth knowledge of EMS applications, SCADA protocols including ICCP and IEC 80870-5-104 and 101 and highly redundant multi-site configurations.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilitiesWorking closely with the end Customer, vendors, and project personnel, the Principal Consultant - Operational Technology Delivery is responsible for ensuring the proper implementation and delivery of a new Advanced Distribution Management System, including the Outage Management System (OMS) and Historian system, and a new Energy Management System within our Client’s territory.You will have responsibility for all aspects of the project over the entire project lifecycle including responsibility for assembling and managing the delivery teams, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, setting up and managing the Vendors and Subcontractors engagements, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of the project. In addition, you must exercise / demonstrate judgement, leadership, organization, and communication skills.Specific Responsibilities Include :Support the business to help Develop, Build, and eventually Manage, OT Delivery SME’s, while being a leader in projectsProvide SME expertise in OT SystemsProvide SME expertise in private multi-site high availability and redundant telecoms infrastructureDeliver project(s) to completion. You must support or act as Project Manager to own delivery of the scope, cost, schedule, and risks for the project and manage multiple tracks, business and technical resources, consultants and vendors contracted to deliver solutions.Development of contractual Statement of Works with Client and Suppliers articulating precise assumptions and limit of responsibilitiesWork with Project Managers to strategize and implement methodology to increase project margins.You will be TRC’s representative, ensuring that the Client and TRCs interests are well aligned for the success of the project.Manage the Vendors, ensuring that the Contractual, operational and relationship aspects are well aligned for the success of the project.Acting as a champion to foster a positive project work environment; and successfully lead the team to accomplish all the project objectives on time and on budget.Develop the workflow plans to manage the project from initial request through systems analysis, technical design, implementation, procurement, testing, turnover to production and client migration.Plan, prepare, and track project schedules and budgets to assure controlled completion of each project step.Prepare and maintain a risk assessment and mitigation action plan.Maintain resource forecasts to ensure that schedule compliance and desired results are achieved.Update the company and external stakeholders on project progress, changes from original plans, and existing or emerging risks.Lead the project core team meetings Present project progress at Steering Committee level with participation of senior executives from TRC or from the ClientQualificationsMinimum of 14 years of OT Delivery and Support experience in the utility domainMinimum of 14 years of Project Management experience in the utility domainPrevious experience in managing large technical teamsPrevious experience in managing vendors.Previous experience leading and managing large-scale, multifaceted enterprise-wide Operational Technologies Projects in an electric or gas utility environment.The successful candidate will be fully knowledgeable and proficient in all aspects of the project management Body of KnowledgeExcellent organizational, decision making and presentation skills.Excellent communication skills ranging from C-Level to multiple technical teams.Ability to direct and work independently as well as in a team environment.Excellent team building and motivational skills.Excellent budgeting and financial skillsProficiency with MS-Project and with MS Office Suite : Excel, PowerPoint, WordMust have strong judgement, leadership, organization, and communication skills.Ability to travel up to 50% or on an as needed basis to the client location.Preferred Skills and ExperiencePrevious experience implementing large SCADA, ADMS programs, preferably on the technology vendor side.PMP CertificationCompensationIn accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.Other Compensation : Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr