DNV
Principal Consultant (Director) of Data Center Advisory
DNV, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
Principal Consultant (Director) of Data Center Advisory
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DNV . This leadership position is empowered to support customers engaged in planning, developing and powering data centers.
About Us DNV is an independent expert in assurance and risk management, committed to safeguarding life, property, and the environment by providing reliable insights for confident decision making.
About the Role DNV Energy Systems North America seeks a growth‑minded, entrepreneurial Principal Consultant of Data Center Consulting to join our growing team. The role is based at DNV offices in Seattle, Oakland, San Diego, Austin, Houston, Medford, Arlington, Columbus, New York, and Oak Brook, with a dynamic hybrid schedule.
What You’ll Do
Develop technical and consulting solutions and offerings for data center advisory services
Drive business development efforts with new and existing customers
Lead solution development and technical consulting projects supporting customers developing data centers and co‑located generation facilities
Provide technical leadership and guidance to support staff in a highly collaborative, cross‑disciplinary environment
Develop, mature, and refine our service offerings, leveraging DNV’s strong presence and brand
Develop and execute a one‑ and three‑year Business Plan that leverages the current market, opportunities and DNV capabilities
Act as a liaison, influence, and consult between internal service lines and building rapport and alignment with internal teams already engaging in data center consulting
Develop proposals, including feasibility studies, for new business opportunities
Identify, analyze and compare alternative opportunities for entering new markets and adopting new technologies
Identify, investigate and evaluate strategic business alliances that are in line with market needs and DNV’s strategy
Identify, evaluate, and manage any subcontractor relationships needed for development and growth of data center consulting
Act as Project Manager or Project Sponsor on keystone or highlighted projects
Lead and develop a go‑to‑market strategy and champion activities in a strategic marketing and thought leadership plan
Manage relationships of data center customers in coordination with Key Accounts and other teams
Bring an innovative and creative mindset, curious and willing to engage with and leverage DNV’s existing capabilities and expertise
What We Offer
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company‑seeded HSA
Employer‑paid, therapist‑led, virtual care services through Talkspace
401(k) with company match
Company provided life insurance, short‑term, and long‑term disability benefits
Education reimbursement program
Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
Career advancement opportunities
Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election
About You What is Required
Bachelor’s degree is required
10+ years of experience in energy infrastructure or related field
Proven ability to successfully engage with customers, scale a new service and mature it simultaneously
At least 3 years’ experience working on data center development in North America, including FERC rules and backup reliability power systems
Deep understanding of data center development life cycle, including the challenges developers face gaining access to power
Strategic advisory experience in advising clients on go/no‑go decisions, capex strategy and market entry
Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and manage competing priorities and multiple concurrent projects effectively
Strong skill‑sets in collaboration and working in a highly matrixed, cross‑functional environment
The role requires 10‑25% travel across North America
Excellent written and verbal English communications skills with strong ability to translate technical findings into business terms
We conduct pre‑employment drug and background screening
What Is Preferred
Deep understanding of the planning, development, financing and powering of data centers and hands‑on experience with developers, owners and utilities
Equal Employment Opportunity DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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DNV . This leadership position is empowered to support customers engaged in planning, developing and powering data centers.
About Us DNV is an independent expert in assurance and risk management, committed to safeguarding life, property, and the environment by providing reliable insights for confident decision making.
About the Role DNV Energy Systems North America seeks a growth‑minded, entrepreneurial Principal Consultant of Data Center Consulting to join our growing team. The role is based at DNV offices in Seattle, Oakland, San Diego, Austin, Houston, Medford, Arlington, Columbus, New York, and Oak Brook, with a dynamic hybrid schedule.
What You’ll Do
Develop technical and consulting solutions and offerings for data center advisory services
Drive business development efforts with new and existing customers
Lead solution development and technical consulting projects supporting customers developing data centers and co‑located generation facilities
Provide technical leadership and guidance to support staff in a highly collaborative, cross‑disciplinary environment
Develop, mature, and refine our service offerings, leveraging DNV’s strong presence and brand
Develop and execute a one‑ and three‑year Business Plan that leverages the current market, opportunities and DNV capabilities
Act as a liaison, influence, and consult between internal service lines and building rapport and alignment with internal teams already engaging in data center consulting
Develop proposals, including feasibility studies, for new business opportunities
Identify, analyze and compare alternative opportunities for entering new markets and adopting new technologies
Identify, investigate and evaluate strategic business alliances that are in line with market needs and DNV’s strategy
Identify, evaluate, and manage any subcontractor relationships needed for development and growth of data center consulting
Act as Project Manager or Project Sponsor on keystone or highlighted projects
Lead and develop a go‑to‑market strategy and champion activities in a strategic marketing and thought leadership plan
Manage relationships of data center customers in coordination with Key Accounts and other teams
Bring an innovative and creative mindset, curious and willing to engage with and leverage DNV’s existing capabilities and expertise
What We Offer
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company‑seeded HSA
Employer‑paid, therapist‑led, virtual care services through Talkspace
401(k) with company match
Company provided life insurance, short‑term, and long‑term disability benefits
Education reimbursement program
Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
Career advancement opportunities
Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election
About You What is Required
Bachelor’s degree is required
10+ years of experience in energy infrastructure or related field
Proven ability to successfully engage with customers, scale a new service and mature it simultaneously
At least 3 years’ experience working on data center development in North America, including FERC rules and backup reliability power systems
Deep understanding of data center development life cycle, including the challenges developers face gaining access to power
Strategic advisory experience in advising clients on go/no‑go decisions, capex strategy and market entry
Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and manage competing priorities and multiple concurrent projects effectively
Strong skill‑sets in collaboration and working in a highly matrixed, cross‑functional environment
The role requires 10‑25% travel across North America
Excellent written and verbal English communications skills with strong ability to translate technical findings into business terms
We conduct pre‑employment drug and background screening
What Is Preferred
Deep understanding of the planning, development, financing and powering of data centers and hands‑on experience with developers, owners and utilities
Equal Employment Opportunity DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
For More Information https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal
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