Intelligent Grid Operations (OT/ADMS Systems Consulting) Senior Manager

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EY seeks a Power & Utilities professional with experience with Operational Technology (OT) and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) to join our EMEIA Digital Grid consulting practice. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be on the forefront digitising the network utilities operations to facilitate the energy transition. As part of the Digital Grid team, you will work with global companies combining your technical expertise, proven consulting skills and industry knowledge to help solve their most complex problems in the design and implementation of OT systems and processes. 

As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales and delivering advisory services to our clients on their OT transformation programs. Drawing on your skills and experience, you will create innovative technology and business insights for clients, adapt EY methods and practices to fit the operational team and cultural needs, support in defining EY services in this space and contribute to industry leading thought leadership. 

As a respected professional, you will communicate effectively with client, EY peers, EY engagement directors, and contribute in high-performing engagement teams. You will have an unparalleled opportunity to build your own professional network and increase your energy transition, operational technology and business knowledge and skills.

Key responsibilities

The Senior Manager role is responsible delivering OT implementations for our clients as well as driving sales for such programmes. The successful candidate will be:

• Advising our clients on the delivery of digital grid programmes and projects. Examples of typical client engagements for this role include:
  • Leading our clients’ OT strategy, business case and roadmap
  • Designing the business and solution architecture for OT implementations 
  • Developing detailed activity, resource and cost plans for OT implementations 
  • Supporting the procurement and evaluation of OT products and services (e.g. ADMS, DERMS, market platforms etc.)
  • Leading systems and applications functional and technical design with a variety of vendors, OEMs and other providers
  • Leading the delivery of utility/OT data services common in these programmes, such as data assessments, collection, migration, validation, etc.
  • Leading the delivery of testing services on large system implementation projects
• Driving go-to-market and sales activities for opportunities across EMEIA. Example responsibilities include:
  • Driving sales and collaborating with local EY firms to identify, incubate and pursue opportunities
  • Shaping commercial proposals that address customer needs and differentiate EY from the competition
  • Supporting development of a differentiating set of solutions and services to meet our clients needs 
  • Developing thought leadership articles and new digital grid insights to put into the market
• Supporting a high-performing, geographically dispersed team focused on winning in the market. Example responsibilities include:
  • Effectively teaming with various internal and external resources
  • Coaching and further developing the skillsets of team resources 
  • Supporting a culture of collaboration, inclusiveness, joint purpose and high performance 

Minimum required skills

• Significant experience (10+ years) working as an expert, manager, vendor or technology and business consultant to Power & Utilities network clients
• Experience providing advisory services and possession of core consulting skillsets. Ability to prioritize work and perform under tight timelines for multiple projects 
• Experience in the end-to-end delivery lifecycle across multiple applications on one or more of the following:
  • Advanced distribution management systems (ADMS)
  • Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
  • Outage management systems (OMS)
  • Distribution management systems (DMS)
  • Distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS)
• Keen understanding of the P&U technology landscape and the vendor ecosystem
• Good working knowledge of applicable standards used in OT project delivery, such as interoperability protocols, security standards, CIM model, etc.
• Good working knowledge of applicable technologies used in OT project delivery, such as data queries, analysis and reporting, scripting, test automation, etc.
• Proficiency in English language, with the ability to communicate both written and verbally at professional level (additional language skills would be appreciated)
• Willingness and ability to travel from time to time domestically and internationally to meet client needs

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in OT solution architecture design and implementation
• Experience working with multiple utilities across Europe, Middle East and Africa
• Experience in additional, OT-adjacent systems including:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS)
  • Flexibility platforms
• Strong network of relationships with both clients and technology providers
• Experience in operating within a hub-and-spoke model with a strong global subject matter team and local offices
• Proficiency in other languages including French, Spanish, German, Italian or Arabic

Education

BS/BA degree is essential (preferably, electrical engineering, computer science or similar technical degree) from an accredited four-year college or university, or equivalent experience

Who we are

At EY, we believe your career is a journey and we are committed to providing you an array of exciting opportunities to help you find the career path that is right for you. In this role, you will have the opportunity to team with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services and actively participate in a rapidly growing practice. With each engagement, you can expect to build leadership, communication and client-management skills, as well as sharpen your problem-solving capabilities. If you are interested in “building a more secure and trusted working world,” being part of a dynamic team, serving clients and reaching your full potential, EY Advisory is for you.

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.
 

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team.

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