Description

Working closely with business unit leadership, the director of project technology, and project leaders, the senior AI consultant will shape service offerings, develop go‑to‑market strategies, and drive growth for AI‑related services. The consultant will leverage Barr’s existing AI and data science expertise to create structured, market‑ready solutions.

• Define and develop AI‑driven consulting services integrated with Barr’s engineering and environmental expertise.
• Identify client challenges solvable by AI/ML and create structured service packages.
• Lead business development by qualifying AI opportunities, crafting value propositions, and authoring proposal content.
• Develop go‑to‑market materials, case studies, and thought leadership to position Barr as an innovative partner.
• Engage clients to design high‑level AI solution strategies and translate requirements for technical teams.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and IT specialists to ensure effective delivery of AI solutions.
• Monitor pipeline, proposal hit rates, and project profitability, adjusting offerings and pricing to improve ROI.
• Provide strategic guidance on practice growth, resource needs, and market segmentation.

Requirements

Required core competencies include 10+ years of consulting experience with a proven track record of expanding services or markets, strategic business acumen, and strong client engagement and sales skills. The candidate must demonstrate leadership and collaboration across cross‑functional teams and possess solid AI/ML literacy. A valid driver’s license and U.S. work authorization without sponsorship are also required.

Additional preferred experience includes a graduate degree (MBA or technical), domain expertise in environmental, engineering, or industrial sectors, and prior success in launching or growing a consulting practice. Compensation ranges from $130,000 to $180,000 annually, with eligibility for a discretionary cash bonus and classification as an exempt salaried position.

• Require 10+ years consulting experience with a track record of service line expansion and revenue growth.
• Demonstrate strategic business acumen, strong client engagement, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Possess solid understanding of AI/ML concepts and ability to communicate their business value.
• Hold a valid driver's license and be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Preferred: graduate degree (MBA or technical), environmental/engineering domain experience, prior practice‑building success.

Benefits

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement that can be split between a Barr office and a home office, with flexibility to be based out of any U.S. anchor office. Travel is expected up to 25% for business development and client visits, varying by location.

Barr offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company contributions, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Employees also receive profit distribution, professional development allowances, mentorship programs, paid time off, family leave, and wellness resources such as ergonomic equipment and wellbeing education.

• Compensation: $130k–$180k base plus discretionary bonus; exempt salaried position.
• Benefits include comprehensive health plans, 401(k) match, ESOP, profit distribution, professional development allowances, paid time off, and wellness programs.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance