Senior Principal, Energy & Utilities, Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS)

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West Monroe is seeking aSenior Principal to lead our Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS) capability within the Energy & Utilities role is purpose-built for a leader who combinesdeep DERMSandgrid modernizationexpertisewith strongclient leadershipandcommercial acumen. You will work directly with utility executives and operational leaders to define shape and deliver DERMS-enabled transformation spanning strategy architecture and full-scale implementation.

At West Monroe youwont just advise on the future of the grid youllhelp build it.As a Senior Principalyoullpartner with utility executives to shape and deliver DERMS-enabled transformation from strategy through implementation driving real outcomes in areas like flexible interconnection and DER orchestration. Youll also play a key role in growing our DERMS practice and market presence working alongside a collaborative high-caliber team across grid and IT/OT domains offering both immediate impact and the opportunity to build something meaningful in a high-growth environment.You will act as both atrusted advisorandsolution leader translating complex DER and grid-edge challenges into actionable programs and measurable outcomes while helping grow West Monroes DERMS business.

Success in this role requires the ability to:

• Engage credibly acrossdistribution operations IT/OT and executive leadership
• Diagnose and structure ambiguous DER challenges
• Leadend-to-end DERMS programsacross the full lifecycle
• Convert technical insight intoclient value and revenue growth

Key Responsibilities:

DERMS Strategy Delivery & Client Leadership

• Lead end-to-end DERMS consulting engagements including strategy business case development requirements definition vendor selection and implementation
• Serve as a trusted advisor to utility clients on dispatchable DER strategies grid services flexible interconnection VPP enablement and DER program design
• Support development of regulatory-aligned DER strategies and business case analyses (BCA) including cost-benefit frameworks for DERMS and DER programs
• Act as an owners agent for DERMS implementations ensuring alignment across strategy design build deploy
• Drive delivery excellence while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring high-quality outcomes

Solution Shaping & Architecture Leadership

• Translate client challenges into structured DERMS solutions and transformation roadmaps
• Define DERMS reference architectures and integration patterns including ADMS/EMS integration grid-edge orchestration and DER telemetry/aggregator integration
• Guide clients through the DERMS vendor landscape including platform capabilities product roadmaps and selection considerations
• Track and assess DERMS vendor capabilities product evolution and market trends to inform client strategy and solution design

IT/OT & Grid Integration Expertise

• Advise on IT/OT integration strategies across DERMS and core utility systems (e.g. CIS MDMS GIS SCADA ADMS)
• Support the design of grid-edge ecosystems including microgrids controls and communications infrastructure
• Align distribution operations planning and customer programs to enable DER at scale

Commercial Growth Account Leadership & Practice Development

• Shape and support business development efforts including proposal development solution design pricing and deal strategy
• Identifyand develop new opportunities within utility accounts byanticipatingDER and grid modernization needs
• Build and expand executive-level client relationships through insight-led engagement
• Translate emerging DER trends into go-to-market offerings and thought leadership
• Contribute to practice development through mentoring capability building and internal knowledge sharing

Qualifications:

• 15 years of experience in energy & utilities consulting or related leadership roles
• 5 years of consulting experience in delivery and/or commercial roles
• Deep DERMS / DER / VPP experience (minimum 35 years strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience leading DERMS strategy vendor selection and implementation programs
• Strong understanding of distribution operations control centers and grid planning
• Experience with utility IT/OT ecosystems and system integrations
• Proven ability to shape sell and deliver complex engagements
• Experience leading teams and managing multi-phase complex programs
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and executive stakeholders
• Bachelors degreerequired; advanced degree ( EngineeringMIS) preferred

Preferred technical Focus Areas

• DERMS platforms (e.g. SchneiderAspenTechOSI GEUplight Energy Hub)
• Flexible interconnection flexible export and grid services
• VPPs and DER participation in wholesale markets (FERC 2222 alignment)
• ADMS/EMS integration and distribution operations
• Grid-edge technologies microgrids and DER controls
• IT/OT architecture data integration and cloud platforms

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