AltaGas - Director of Data Analytics and Next Gen Delivery

Job Description

AltaGas - Director of Data Analytics and Next Gen Delivery

The Director of Data Analytics and Next Gen Delivery will be at the helm of driving innovation and growth within our organization.  The Director will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of Altagas’ cutting-edge data analytics, intelligent automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) strategies and solutions and managing technology to shape the future of our company. Your leadership will ensure that these next-gen capabilities are not only matured but also effectively harnessed to transform business processes and deliver unparalleled value. The Director will play a critical role in delivering solutions using a hub-and-spoke model, pioneering new ways to optimize our operations. Additionally, this position will influence the entire corporation to adopt innovative practices and embrace doing business differently, positioning us at the forefront of industry transformation.

You will:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive data analytics, intelligent automation and AI strategy that is aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, analysts, developers and automation specialists.
• Foster a culture of innovation, driving the adoption and integration of AI technologies to solve complex business problems.
• Establish and maintain data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for data-driven improvements and automation.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact and benefit of data analytics, automation initiatives, and artificial intelligence.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in AI and automation, evaluating their potential impact on the organization.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of data analytics and automation projects.
• Manage the department’s expense and capital budgets.

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in data analytics, AI, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Azure Fabric, Python, R, SQL), machine learning frameworks, and automation platforms (e.g., UiPath, PowerAutomate).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven track record of driving innovation and change.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a deep understanding of data modeling, statistical analysis, and AI techniques.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in managing large-scale projects, with a focus on delivering results on time and within budget.
• Experience working with and leading agile delivery methodologies.  
• Ability to envision and articulate the future state of data analytics and AI and its impact on the organization.
• Relentless passion for working as a team and fostering a “Team First” mentality
• Expertise in fostering a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation, and managing innovation pipelines.
• Commitment to staying current with the latest advancements in AI and automation technologies.
• Skills in developing long-term strategies for AI adoption and integration.
• Proficiency in leading organizational change initiatives related to AI and automation.

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide clean and affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

To learn more about our mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvYAAg21IuU

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.