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Regional Digital Energy Leader - Power Networks

Arup

The Role

Overview

Lead digital transformation for power transmission and distribution networks.

Key Responsibilities

  • digital strategy
  • service development
  • risk management
  • quality assurance
  • proposal management
  • staff upskilling

Tasks

-Identify staffing needs and participate in recruitment and hiring. -Lead business development strategies to win new projects and diversify services. -Expand relationships with existing energy clients and open relationships with new clients. -Support career development through mentoring, coaching, and participation in promotion and review processes. -Develop digital service offerings relevant to the energy market. -Identify and address potential issues or risks; ensure compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards. -Assess expertise in current digital team for application to energy market needs. -Represent Arup as a leader with vision and innovator in the energy marketplace. -Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resources; provide oversight and guidance to staff. -Implement financial controls and risk management practices. -Monitor project budgets and financial performance to achieve revenue targets and profit margins. -Establish and maintain quality assurance processes and standards. -Advise on digital means and methods to improve delivery of large-scale capital development projects. -Upskill digital staff to support digital consulting projects. -Supervise proposal and bid preparation; talk contracts and terms. -Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction. -Advise energy clients on digital/data strategy and implementation roadmap. -Develop and iterate annual Digital Energy business plan focused on transmission and distribution. -Identify suitable partners for major pursuits.

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • 15+ years
  • digital consulting
  • business development
  • energy transmission
  • well‑networked

What You Bring

-Professional acknowledgement in the energy marketplace in the form of awards, speaking and press appearances is required. -Bachelor’s degree required. -Minimum of 15 years’ professional experience in digital consulting, with industry recognition through awards, publications, and speaking engagements. -Proven track record in business development, client relationship management, and technical project delivery. -Extensive experience in advising and managing large-scale digital consulting projects, especially in energy transmission and distribution. -Well-networked in the energy market with utilities, developers, and contractors in the US and Canada.

The Company

About Arup

-Specializing in infrastructure, architecture, engineering, and urban planning. -Portfolio spans globally recognized projects, from landmark buildings to major transportation systems. -Engineers, designers, and planners deliver cutting-edge, innovative solutions that anticipate future needs. -Key projects include the Sydney Opera House, Crossrail in London, and the Eden Project in the UK. -Collaborative approach integrates diverse disciplines to create solutions that drive progress and innovation. -A global leader in engineering consultancy with a unique culture prioritizing creativity and client-centered solutions.

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