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Delivery Lead ( Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Detroit, MI (Hybrid/Onsite Tues-Thurs) W2 contract role 12 months then eligible for Contract renewal Position Summary The Delivery Lead will be responsible for leading future AMI 2.0 initiatives, driving end-to-end delivery of next-generation metering capabilities across the enterprise. This role requires a blend of program leadership and hands-on technical depth, enabling the individual to engage in detailed solution discussions while guiding execution across business, IT, and field operations. The Delivery Lead will play a critical role in ensuring AMI capabilities align with our broader grid modernization and ADMS ecosystem, while delivering scalable, reliable, and data-driven solutions. Key Responsibilities Program & Delivery Leadership Lead planning and execution of AMI 2.0 initiatives, including system upgrades, enhancements, and integrations Own delivery across full lifecycle: requirements, architecture alignment, build, testing, deployment, and stabilization Ensure adherence to PMO governance, delivery frameworks, and reporting standards Manage scope, schedule, financials, risks, and dependencies Technical Leadership Act as a hands-on delivery leader capable of "getting into the weeds" during technical design and architecture discussions Partner with architects, engineers, and vendors to define: AMI head-end systems Meter data management (MDM) integrations Grid/ADMS and OMS interfaces Translate business and operational needs into technical requirements and solution design Provide guidance on system performance, scalability, and data flows AMI & Grid Integration Ensure AMI 2.0 capabilities integrate with ADMS, OMS, SCADA, and Distribution Operations systems Support use cases such as outage detection, remote connect/disconnect, voltage monitoring, and analytics Align AMI enhancements with control room and field operations workflows tied to system reliability and restoration Stakeholder & Vendor Management Serve as primary liaison across business units (Operations, IT, Engineering) and third-party vendors Coordinate across cross-functional teams including Field Operations, Metering, Customer Systems, and Grid Technologies Drive decisions, manage escalations, and ensure alignment across all parties Required Qualifications 8-12+ years of experience in utility IT, grid modernization, or AMI program delivery Proven experience as a Delivery Lead / Program Lead on large-scale utility implementations Direct experience with AMI systems (meters, head-end, MDM, integrations) Strong understanding of utility operations (distribution, outage management, field operations) Ability to engage deeply in technical architecture and integration discussions Preferred Qualifications Experience with AMI 2.0 upgrades or large-scale smart meter deployments Familiarity with
ADMS / OMS
platforms and grid modernization programs Knowledge of SCADA, distribution systems, and data/analytics platforms Experience working in or supporting control room / system operations environments PMP, Agile, or SAFe certification preferred • Beware of scams. S3 never asks for money during its onboarding process
