Manager, DERMS/OT ConsultingnnDate: Dec 23, 2024nnLocation:nnUS Markham, ON, CAnnCompany: Black & Veatch Family of CompaniesnnTogether, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.nnAs an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.nnCompany : Black & Veatch CorporationnnReq Id : 105683nnOpportunity Type : StaffnnRelocation eligible : NonnFull time/Part time : Full-TimennProject Only Hire : NonnVisa Sponsorship Available: YesnnWhy Black and VeatchnnRecognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.nnAt Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.nnThe OpportunitynnProvide consulting services and offer expertise and guidance on Operational Technologies (OT) transformation especially around Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS), Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Enterprise OT-IT Integration.nnAs a Manager, you will manage and/or participate in a team of business and technology consultants in defining strategies and roadmaps, developing solutions and requirements, and supporting clients with their digital transformation needs (technology, business processes, data, and organizational readiness). This role has 80% delivery performance goal and 20% business development performance goal.nnThe TeamnnBlack & Veatch’s Strategic Advisory & Lifecycle Resiliency Services are an integrated portfolio of strategic consulting and operation resiliency services that apply across the client’s entire investment-to-operations lifecycle commitments. Included are Strategic Advisory, Industrial Cybersecurity, and Operating Assets.nnKey Responsibilitiesnn???Manage client engagement for complex, transformational programs in advanced distribution infrastructurennSupport development of business and technical strategy, business case and implementation plan for dispatchable DER, DER/DR programs, and DERMSnnLead client interviews and facilitate engagement among stakeholders in understanding DER management operating model, DERMS solution architecture, and Advanced Distribution Management InfrastructurennWork with clients to document and/or discover current and future states business processesnnProvide functional and technical expertise in various aspects of Digital Grid, Operational Technology, and ADMS/DERMSnnPerform and manage technical project work such as developing solution concepts, review of vendors’ design documents, requirements traceabilitynnSupport business requirements definition, request for proposal developmentnnSupport proposal evaluation, selection process, statement of work development and vendor contract negotiationnnLead and/or participate in system testingnnSupport or act as project manager to develop project plans, key milestones, and project control structurennTransfer knowledge, capabilities, and skills to improve others’ knowledge and skill levelsnnBusiness Development Responsibilities:nnContribute to the business development process as a subject matter expert (SME)nnSupport proposals and business development with utility clientsnnCreate and/or support publication of thought leadership in areas of Digital Grid, Operational Technologies, and DERMSnnMinimum QualificationsnnBachelor's Degree or relevant work experiencenn7+ years experience in a business/consulting environmentnnAll applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.nnPreferred Qualificationsnn????Master’s degreennKnowledge of DER capabilities (DER customer program, DER Integration, forecasting, dispatch, measurement & verification, etc)nnDemonstrated expertise in Organizational Change Management, and Business Process ImprovementnnDeep knowledge of and direct experience in two or more solution areas: DER planning and Integration, ADMS, Outage Management System, Distribution AutomationnnExtensive Knowledge of Electric utilities operations functions and associated processesnnDeep knowledge of System Architecture concepts, IT/Computing infrastructure, Telemetry infrastructure & protocols, RTUs, User Interface & Situational Awareness Trends, Information Storage & Retrieval technologies, and Operational Data HistoriannnKnowledge of DER standards including IEEE 1547, CIM 61968 / 61970, OpenADR, SEP2.0, IEEE 2030.5nnHands-on experience in DERMS, DER and/or VPPnnActively participated in at least two DERMS projects through the complete lifecycle including requirements development, design, systems integration & implementation and testing.nnFamiliarity with major industry trends and OT/ADMS/DERMS vendor solutionsnnAbility to travel up to 50%nnApplicants for this position must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Black & Veatch Management Consulting (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status). All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.nnWork Environment/Physical DemandsnnRemote or Client Site - Travel up to 25%nnSalary PlannnCST: ConsultingnnJob Gradenn004nnBlack & Veatch endeavors to makeaccessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.nnBlack & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.nnOur comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.nnTo support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.nnA variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.nnWe are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.nnBy valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.nnBlack & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. 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