The Utility Management Consultant I, under guidance from a Senior Utility Management Consultant, will provide project management, strategic, and analytical support for Blue Cypress contracts. This person will be expected to support or conduct operational assessments, examine the effectiveness of information management tools and the data generated, design and conduct analyses to identify actionable insight, effectively communicate recommendations in writing and in presentations to a variety of audiences, design improvement strategies and initiatives, and support implementation of new business practices, information management tools, etc. This person will also support business development activities, such as networking and supporting pursuits. This person may also supervisor more junior staff, such as Analysts. They should thrive in a fast-paced environment and exemplify Blue Cypress’s core values: Collaborative, Strategic, and Improvement-Oriented.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Necessary accommodations will be provided in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state or local law.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to list ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

· Degree in civil, environmental, or industrial engineering; environmental science/management, data analytics, or related discipline; or equivalent experience
· 4-10 years of experience in the industry
· Ability to utilize strong communication skills to create reports and deliver presentations for a wide variety of audiences from other professionals to the public
· Willingness to learn and apply emerging analytical technologies and management consulting best practices
· Strong interest in local government and public agency operations and management, utility management, and asset management consulting services
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Enthusiasm, professionalism, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills
· Ability to receive and act upon constructive feedback
· Outstanding critical thinking skills
· Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize, multitask, and organize complex projects
· Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
· Ability to periodically travel to utilities across the region or country

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

· Planning and implementation of asset management strategies for utilities
· Planning and implementation of maintenance strategies for utilities
· Experience with planning and implementation of infrastructure inspection and condition assessment programs and/or capacity assessment programs
· Planning and implementation of capital renewal strategies for utilities
· Design and implementation of information management/decision support systems
· Database and GIS analysis experience
· Experience working for or assisting local government and utility organizations to develop and implement strategies to improve their performance and generate higher levels of service
· Licensed professional engineer (PE) in State of Georgia
· Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, environmental science, or other technical graduate science degree

COMPANY PROFILE

Blue Cypress Consulting is a vibrant and growing firm based in Decatur, GA, with a growing office in Seattle, WA. Formed in 2013, the firm provides clients with best-in-class infrastructure management and community planning consulting services. Below are our Core Values:
· Collaborative: We work together to create unified solutions by respectfully embracing diverse perspectives, acting on constructive feedback, and developing shared goals.
· Strategic: We make thoughtful, forward-thinking decisions that align with well-defined goals, prioritize long-term impacts, and optimize resources to achieve meaningful outcomes for our company and clients.
· Improvement-Oriented: We focus on positive growth, innovative problem-solving, and the continuous enhancement of efficiency and quality for our team and clients by seeking and embracing feedback and reflecting on successes and opportunities for development.
We add value through responsiveness; a focus on innovation; offering honest, respectful, and well-thought-through advice; and high-end analytical services. We strive to stay sharp, monitor and set trends, and think outside the box to offer fresh ideas to our clients. We sweat the details, while keeping our eye on the strategic horizon. Above all, quality and integrity are the touchstones of Blue Cypress culture.

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT – OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe in helping our employees align their energy with their passion. We believe in setting our employees up for success by providing structure to develop their careers. We believe in mentorship that nurtures passion and challenges the intellect. We embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and are seeking a candidate with the same passion for making our company their own and changing the world. We support getting involved in community and trade organizations, attending career related training opportunities, and attending conferences to present and to learn.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The statements above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Please submit a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for Blue Cypress Consulting. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.

Do you require sponsorship now or in the future? Please respond “yes” or “no”.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Project management: 4 years (Required)
• pivot tables: 1 year (Required)
• pivot charts: 1 year (Required)
• v-lookups/writing formulas: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Decatur, GA 30030 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Decatur, GA 3003

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

· Manage small sized projects and successfully deliver these on time and on budget
· As a project manager, plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep clients and internal staff informed throughout the duration of the project
· Supervise, delegate, and/or oversee work of a small number of junior staff
· Maintain and grow client relationships and assess client needs with the goal of delivering tailored, cost effective, solutions
· Prepare and participate in business development activities such as networking, proposal writing, and presentations
· Provide specialized engineering consulting services in at least one area of expertise that may include: utility management / asset management, operations optimization/lean processes, maintenance management, technology selection/on-boarding, and/or data management/visualization
· Lead or participate in activities to perform business process/work method assessments, conduct project research/data collection, perform analysis, and generate reports
· Lead or support activities to plan, design, and implement operations and maintenance optimization strategies for water, wastewater, storm water utilities, and/or transportation infrastructure and airports
· Perform and/or direct analyses on large utility datasets such as: GIS, computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), Fats, Oil and Grease (FOG), condition inspection databases, capacity assessment/hydraulic modeling, etc. including dashboard development
· Perform data management practices assessments, determine gaps and opportunities, develop implementation plans to close gaps. Support implementation of plans
· Perform services on-site or off-site to support client staff in performing their day-to-day activities, such as planning/scheduling, condition assessment, capacity assessment, contractor management, etc.
· Travel to client sites as needed
· Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for supervising direct reports.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at time