Consulting Principal - Energy & Utilities- Global Consulting

Consulting Principal – Energy & Utilities (SME)Practice: Utilities Advisory Consulting | Location: Hybrid – Juno Beach, Florida, USA | Level: Associate Director / DirectorAbout Cognizant

Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Learn more at www.cognizant.com.

About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is a global consulting organization delivering strategic and domain consulting through industry and technology expertise. With 6,000+ consultants worldwide, we drive technology-enabled business transformation, improve operational productivity, and increase shareholder value across Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Process Transformation, and Domain Solutions.

About the Role

As a Consulting Principal – Energy & Utilities (SME), you will make an impact by shaping large-scale business and digital transformations across electric, water, and gas utilities. You will be a valued member of our Energy & Utilities Consulting team—partnering closely with client executives, program leaders, and cross-functional Cognizant teams to deliver measurable outcomes across the Five Pillars of Consulting Excellence: Project Execution, Expertise, Business Development, Practice Development, and People Development.

Work model statement: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. They may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead strategic engagements across AMI, SCADA, DERMS, ERP/EAM and adjacent modernization programs—owning program roadmaps, value realization, and executive stakeholder alignment.
• Drive business development: develop and expand a book of business, lead pursuits, shape proposals, and ensure profitable growth across key accounts.
• Advise senior executives on regulatory change, decarbonization strategies, grid modernization, customer experience, and digital operating models.
• Publish thought leadership and represent Cognizant in industry forums; contribute to new consulting offerings and IP.
• Mentor and build teams: grow consulting talent, support recruitment, and strengthen our community of practice.

Utilities-specific Focus Areas

• Field Services Modernization: modernize legacy processes and integrate advanced technologies to improve safety, productivity, and workforce effectiveness.
• Trusted C-suite advisory: guide utility executives on digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Sustainability & Net-Zero: operationalize decarbonization strategies in line with regulatory mandates and stakeholder goals.
• Digital Transformation: lead smart grid programs, customer platforms, and data governance initiatives that unlock enterprise insights.

Desired Profile

• Experience: 18–20+ years in consulting, with 10+ years focused on utilities; proven success leading $30M–$90M transformation programs and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Expertise: deep knowledge of utility operations and regulatory frameworks; hands‑on experience with digital platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS).
• Consulting skills: executive communication, stakeholder management, commercial acumen, and rigorous delivery discipline.
• Travel: willingness to travel extensively as client needs require.

Education & Work Authorization

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s strongly preferred.

Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $162,000 – $194,000 annually, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Incentives: Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, subject to applicable plan terms.

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays plus PTO, 401(k) with company contributions, Short-term/Long-term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Disclaimer

Salary, other compensation, and benefits are accurate as of the date of this posting and may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

Post Closing Date

Applications will be accepted until February 15, 2026.

Equal Opportunity

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.