Principal Consultant, Industrial and Energy

Frost & Sullivan

Principal Consultant leading multiple client projects in Industrial and Energy Growth Advisory practice. Mentoring junior consultants and ensuring high-quality deliverables in a hybrid work setting.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeChennai • 🇮🇳 IndiaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex client projects within the Industrial and Energy sectors, ensuring high-quality deliverables and fostering team development. Possesses strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities, with a focus on improving project delivery frameworks.

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Project LeadershipClient EngagementMentoring Junior ConsultantsQuality AssuranceAnalytical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementAnalytical SkillsQuality AssuranceFramework DevelopmentConsulting Experience

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsMentoringCoaching

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant University DegreePostgraduate Degree

Industry Keywords

Industrial SectorEnergy SectorManufacturingAdvisory ServicesOperational Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple client projects (2-4), taking primary responsibility for complex engagements.
Ensure the highest quality of work and deliverables across projects.
Act as a trusted business advisor in senior management discussions.
Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their growth and development.
Specialise in 2-3 areas of functional skills within Industrial or Energy domain.
Provide inputs on improving existing project delivery tools and frameworks.
Create approaches and frameworks for client projects and guide team members.
Conduct thorough quality assurance of outcomes for deliverables.
Facilitate Growth Pipeline Dialogs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A relevant university degree (BA, BS) in Engineering or technology.
A postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) is highly regarded and considered an advantage
6 – 9 years of Industry + analyst/consulting working experience within a Consulting and/or Advisory services business environment.
A foundational understanding of the Industrial, manufacturing, energy or environment sector, such as industry structure, operational practices, and competitive landscapes.
An analytical thought process, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills and business level fluency in English.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A friendly work environment with an ‘open door’ policy
A strong career path with growth opportunities.
Be part of a global team that strives for excellence, and fosters an Olympic spirit
Feed your intellectual curiosity by collaborating across all levels of the company across the globe
Global Recognition - President’s Club & Chairman’s Club Awards
Continuous learning and coaching
Flexible work policy