Digital Consultant, Senior

Hatch•Mississauga, ON

2d•CA$115,000 - CA$165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We're at the forefront of our clients' digital transformation journey, successfully implementing emerging digital services into our clients' projects and operations that unlock a step change in their performance. Join the team to improve project outcomes, leverage the digital twin, deliver systems integration and interoperability, and support decision-making, autonomous execution, and integrated operations and performance centers. Hatch is an award-winning Canadian, employee-owned multidisciplinary firm that delivers a comprehensive range of technical and strategic services, including consulting, digital and information technology, engineering, process development, project, and construction management to large industrial sectors. Hatch has served clients for over 80 years and has project experience in more than 150 countries worldwide. Hatch's ability to bridge the gaps between research and innovative technologies, and between engineering and reliable operations is widely renowned. Hatch is particularly known for working with clients to develop business strategies and technologies; managing and optimizing production; executing projects that involve the scale-up of process technologies; and managing start-ups, commissioning, and ramp-ups. Hatch delivers unprecedented business results for our clients through a commitment to quality, lower operating costs, more efficient utilization of capital assets, higher standards for safety and risk management, faster start-ups and continuous performance improvements in all projects and programs. Hatch develops digital products and customized solutions for the Mining & Metals, Energy, and Infrastructure / Transit Sectors, focusing on Capital Project Delivery and Owner’s Digital Support, Integrated & Remote Operations, AI-Assisted Process Control / Digital Twins, Decision Automation and Optimization, and Autonomous Execution. Our clients are increasingly investing in digital technologies to enhance safety in high-risk environments, achieve real-time intelligence, optimize complex industrial operations and value chains, and to maximize productivity. Hatch combines its deep industry expertise and engineering capabilities with world class knowledge of advanced process control, value chain optimization, industrial AI, IT/OT convergence and integrated delivery through operations to deliver a holistic, transformative outcome for our clients. Hatch is actively seeking a highly motivated and accomplished digital / technology professional with strong industry relevant experience to join our Digital team as Senior Consultant. This role will report to the Regional Director of North America (NA) and will hold a core leadership position within the Digital Delivery Team. The position is tasked with advancing Hatch Digital consulting capabilities. Responsibilities include refining our consulting engagement model and associated practices; contributing to our Digital consulting strategy and associated operating model design and performance management; proactively partner and engage with a combination of Hatch’s Business Units & Business Practices and Digital’s Go-to-market and Solutions teams to explore, sell and deliver value centric Digital consulting engagements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or Business, Information Systems / Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience, an MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree is advantageous.
Minimum 10 years of large-scale capital delivery, project management, and/or management consulting experience in data-centric delivery in the North American markets.
Proven industry experience in the mining & metals, energy, or infrastructure / transit sectors and exposure to project management and / or operations and maintenance systems.
In-depth business acumen and functional/technical knowledge in mining & metals, energy, or infrastructure / transit sectors with a strong ability to define and communicate compelling, business-enabling technology visions and their business value. Proficiency in creating actionable roadmaps to achieve these visions from people, process, and technology perspectives.
Solid functional knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Digital strategy and value creation, common data environments / digital delivery ecosystems / integrated delivery platforms, Digital Readiness & Transformation, and Risk Management.
Working knowledge or experience with various software platforms / ecosystems such as Azure, Databricks, SAP, Maximo, Hexagon EAM, Autodesk, Bentley, etc. is a benefit
Solid knowledge of the fundamentals of project execution, including project controls, EPC processes, procurement, contracting, engineering management, and handover to operations is preferred.
Strong client relationship management and business development skills. The ability to build and maintain long-term trust-based relationships.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to gain cooperation and respect.
Possessing the skills and abilities necessary to facilitate team building, client relations, negotiation, decision making, and creative problem-solving.
Embracing an entrepreneurial spirit and comfort working within a rapidly changing environment. Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and the ability to distill value.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to also maintain a larger vision of business value and implications.
Motivating, coaching, and supportive leadership skills.
Demonstrate capability to grow consulting capacity in line with consulting business performance drivers.
Previous experience in developing and deploying end-to-end common data environments for engineering, construction, and / or owners. Knowledge and experience of integrated CAPEX to OPEX highly advantageous and considered an asset for this role.
Previous experience in developing and deploying end-to-end information / data standards for engineering, construction, and / or owner. Knowledge and experience developing owners’ requirements and standards considered an asset for this role.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present complex concepts, ideas, and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Proactive with a strong initiative, demonstrating an eagerness to break new ground and create opportunities for others.
Keeps up to date with the latest Digital trends, techniques, and best practices, determining how to incorporate the most suitable practices into Hatch Digital Consulting.
Good understanding of Industry 4.0 / 5.0 solutions such as Cloud and Edge Computing, Big Data Analytics, Digital Twins, ML/AI, Information Management / ISO 19650 or industrial-equivalent frameworks, or asset management / ISO 55000 systems, CII, CFIHOS or infrastructure / transit-equivalent standards, etc.
Innovative and results-oriented, thriving in a complex and fast-paced work environment.
Undertake reasonable travel to client/project sites and/or attending industrial conferences as required.

Nice To Haves

an MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree is advantageous.
Working knowledge or experience with various software platforms / ecosystems such as Azure, Databricks, SAP, Maximo, Hexagon EAM, Autodesk, Bentley, etc. is a benefit
Solid knowledge of the fundamentals of project execution, including project controls, EPC processes, procurement, contracting, engineering management, and handover to operations is preferred.
Previous experience in developing and deploying end-to-end common data environments for engineering, construction, and / or owners. Knowledge and experience of integrated CAPEX to OPEX highly advantageous and considered an asset for this role.
Previous experience in developing and deploying end-to-end information / data standards for engineering, construction, and / or owner. Knowledge and experience developing owners’ requirements and standards considered an asset for this role.

Responsibilities

Support, design and implement the Hatch Digital Delivery & Consulting strategy in alignment with our overall Digital business objectives and Hatch’s project management and governance standards. This involves leveraging your expertise to develop and deploy tailor made consulting solutions and services that deliver and realize sustainable value for our clients.
Take ownership of the development and continuous improvement of the Digital Delivery operating standards.
Build and nurture a high-performance team through your leadership, guidance, and mentorship.
Champion Hatch Digital Consulting offerings across North America. You will establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders within Hatch and our client base. You are expected to understand their business requirements, identify pain points, propose suitable consulting solutions, and ensure alignment with their business goals, value drivers developing a compelling ROI.
Develop and nurture long-term client relationships.
Initiate and implement project plan(s) collaborating with project stakeholders to define scope, goals, deliverables, and project governance.
Lead and manage projects and integrated project teams, including owner teams, leveraging expert resources from the rest of the company.
Manage, monitor, and support reporting of overall project health and risks, escalating issues when needed.
Ensure project delivery risks are documented and adequately managed by developing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Steer the project(s) to meet client expectations and project objectives.
Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.
Collaborate closely with the Digital solutions and product team, or third-party software vendors, to enhance the Hatch consulting offering.
Support the Digital Go-to-Market team to expand the Digital Consulting pipeline. This includes providing sales support in engaging with current and potential clients, articulating the value proposition of our solutions, benefits and developing win-strategies and associated proposals. You will own a Business Development and Delivery Revenue target of $2m for each.
Establish Hatch's eminence in the market. You'll achieve this by delivering conference presentations, participating in industry forums, and publishing white papers and thought leadership articles. Your contributions will position Hatch as a Digital leader and partner of choice within the industry.
Take ownership of maintaining a target utilization of 80%.