Util Assist

Lead Consultant

Canada (Remote)

No sponsorshipCAD 130k-CAD 170kDetected 142 days ago

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About the role

We are seeking a skilled Lead Consultant to join our growing Consulting team!
The incumbent is the lead consultant on engagements of all sizes and is accountable to ensure project objectives are achieved and consistent with organizational service standards.
The lead consultant's primary role is the day-to-day management of client projects supervising the work of the Senior and Associate Consultants, as well as the Analyst and other staff assigned to that client.

Deliver Excellence, Put People First, Do the Right Thing, and Be Humble.
Evaluate multiple deployment scenarios (e.g., pilot, full rollout, phased deployment, targeted replacement) to support executive decisionmaking.
Build detailed pricing models to compare vendor proposals for AMI, MDM and CIS projects.
Create robust financial models to evaluate AMI, CIS, MIV vendor proposals.
Assess cost drivers such as meter procurement, communications infrastructure, installation labor, integration, and ongoing support.
As a Lead Consultant, you will be responsible for leading the client relationship and working with members of the Consulting Team to provide client support on various projects.
Please note that Util-Assist does not offer immigration-related support, such as visa sponsorship, work permit applications, or permanent residency assistance.

Undergraduate degree/diploma in Computer/Data Science, Business Administration, Engineering or a related technical field
8+ years' experience leading large scale, complex advanced metering initiatives, preferably in a professional service consultant organization
Expert knowledge of consulting standard practices and procedures
Advanced knowledge of the utility industry, terminology, workflow and operations
Demonstrated knowledge of meter-to-cash processes
Knowledge is backed by 3-5 years of experience in project work.
Strong knowledge of project management and change management best practices, including scoping, project metrics, and creation of change requests
Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in Canada or the U.S. Sponsorship decisions, if any, are made on a case-by-case basis based on business needs.

Access generous health and dental coverage, and RRSP matching to support your long-term goals.
Parental Leave Top-Up: Growing your family?
We provide enhanced support through our parental leave top-up program.
Access a full Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources, Nutritional Health Coaching, and recognition as one of the
Thrive in a fast-growing company where your ambitions are supported and your development matters.
Develop comprehensive AMI business cases that quantify financial, operational, and customerexperience benefits across metering, billing, field operations, and grid modernization.
Build detailed cost-benefit models incorporating capital expenditures, O&M impacts, lifecycle costs, depreciation, and longterm financial projections.

Util-Assist is a leading consulting and services partner to electric, water, and gas utilities across North America.
We help utilities navigate digital transformation-empowering them with smart technology, data-driven solutions, and customer-first services.
From outage communications to billing support and grid security, we're reshaping how utilities serve their communities.
At Util-Assist, our people are our power.
We foster a flexible, supportive workplace grounded in four core values: Deliver Excellence, Put People First, Do the Right Thing, and Be Humble.
Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, we offer rewarding, purpose-driven careers where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.
Learn more at www.util-assist.com.
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equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
To request accommodation, please contact us at recruitment@util-assist.com.
All accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Please note that Util-Assist does not offer immigration-related support, such as visa sponsorship, work permit applications, or permanent residency assistance.

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