Product Manager at Util Assist

⚡Who We Are:   Util-Assist is a leading consulting and services partner to electric, water, and gas utilities across North America. We help utilities navigate digital transformation—empowering them with smart technology, data-driven solutions, and customer-first services. From outage communications to billing support and grid security, we’re reshaping how utilities serve their communities.   At Util-Assist, our people are our power. We foster a flexible, supportive workplace grounded in four core values: Deliver Excellence, Put People First, Do the Right Thing, and Be Humble. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, we offer rewarding, purpose-driven careers where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.   Learn more at www.util-assist.com. 🛠️The Opportunity: We are seeking a skilled Data Architect to join our growing Consulting team! As a Data Architect, you will be responsible for designing and leading the implementation of modern enterprise data architectures that enable advanced analytics and digital transformation for our utility customers. This role will focus on defining scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions across both cloud and on-premise environments. The Data Architect will collaborate closely with product owners, data engineers, and delivery teams to translate business needs into robust data architectures supporting key utility domains such as Customer, Metering, Asset, Grid Operations, Energy Supply and Demand, Regulatory, and Finance. The ideal candidate will ensure data integrity, accessibility, and alignment with organizational and regulatory objectives while driving continuous improvement across the data ecosystem. 📋What You’ll be Doing: • Lead the development and delivery of enterprise data products, platforms, and cloud solutions, ensuring alignment with utility business strategy and needs. • Define, prioritize, and manage the product backlog, features, user stories, and technical tasks to maximize value from data products and services. • Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including business leaders, data engineers, analysts, and data architects, to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure successful product delivery. Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and communicate product progress clearly. • Supervise, mentor, and guide data architects, cloud and data engineers, fostering collaboration, technical alignment, and high-quality delivery. • Ensure all data products and platforms comply with governance, security, regulatory, and privacy standards, while optimizing performance, scalability, and cost. • Establish and enforce best practices for data governance, quality, lineage, and operational processes, driving consistency and operational excellence across teams. • Develop and maintain the product and delivery roadmap, aligning initiatives with business priorities and emerging technology trends. • Drive the successful deployment, adoption, and sustainment of data products and services, proactively resolving issues, designing support processes, and applying change management methodologies. • Promote a data-driven culture and the adoption of modern cloud, analytics, and product management principles across teams and client organizations. • Oversee the creation of documentation, training materials, metrics, and operational playbooks, monitoring outcomes and implementing improvements to enhance product and delivery performance. • Support ad-hoc initiatives that advance the organization’s data product capabilities and delivery excellence. 🧠What You Bring: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience in data management concepts and frameworks, including Data Governance, Data Policy, Data Lineage, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Risk and Control Frameworks, Data Warehousing, ETL, and Data Analytics. • 3+ years of experience with Agile product delivery. Proficiency in Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum) and familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps). • Experience working in a software development environment is considered an asset but not required. • Proven experience managing data product delivery. • Understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), modern data stack tools (e.g., dbt, ADF, Snowflake, Informatica, Databricks, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, Kafka, Oracle, MySQL, Power BI) and modern data lakes. • Proficiency in SQL and an understanding of enterprise data modeling (conceptual, logical, and physical). • Familiarity with agile delivery, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines. • Knowledge of data governance, security, compliance, and operational best practices. • Knowledge of modern data transformation and integration tools (dbt, ADF, Informatica) and data pipeline orchestration. • Understanding of data lifecycle management, self-serve analytics, and federated data governance models. • Working knowledge of both Agile and traditional SDLC methodologies, with the ability to adapt delivery approaches based on project scope and client needs. 🌟Who You Are: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex business challenges into actionable data and technology solutions. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience creating clear, client-ready deliverables and presentations. • Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities efficiently under tight timelines and critical deadlines. • Experience leading or participating in client-facing activities, including requirements gathering, solution workshops, and stakeholder presentations. 💙 Why You’ll Love Working at Util-Assist Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a truly flexible work environment with hybrid work arrangements and adaptable hours. Summer Hours Program: Flex your schedule to enjoy extra days off from June to August Upfront Vacation & Birthday Day Off: Get your full vacation balance at the start of the year and celebrate your birthday your way with a paid day off Award-Winning Culture: Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused team that’s proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work® four years running. Comprehensive Wellness Support: Access a full Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources, Nutritional Health Coaching, a Health Care Spending Account, and recognition as one of the Best Places to Work for Mental Wellness in 2026 Career Growth: Thrive in a fast-growing company where your ambitions are supported and your development matters. Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of utility transformation, surrounded by forward-thinking teammates and impactful projects. Competitive Compensation: Receive a pay package that recognizes your expertise and contributions. Comprehensive Benefits: Access generous health and dental coverage with low premiums, and RRSP matching to support your long-term goals. Parental Leave Top-Up: Growing your family? We provide enhanced support through our parental leave top-up program. To work with us, successful candidates must complete a SIN and passport verification and pass a police vulnerability check. We understand that great talent comes in many forms—even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply if you’re excited about the role and eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment. Util-Assist is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. To request accommodation, please contact us at [Upgrade to PRO to see contact]. All accommodation requests will be handled confidentially. Please note that Util-Assist does not offer immigration-related support, such as visa sponsorship, work permit applications, or permanent residency assistance. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in Canada or the U.S. Sponsorship decisions, if any, are made on a case-by-case basis based on business needs.   We thank all applicants for their interest in Util-Assist; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.