Principal Consultant, Value Engineering
JOB TITLE: Principal Consultant, Value Engineering
JOB LOCATION: Hybrid / Hyderabad, India
JOB SUMMARY:
Value Engineering focuses on quantifying and communicating business impact by aligning solutions to measurable outcomes through analytics, benchmarking, and value realization frameworks.
We are seeking a Principal Consultant who combines value consulting and data analytics expertise with experience in AI-driven solutions (including agent-based automation) to scale insights and business outcomes.
This role operates at the intersection of consulting, analytics, and AI-translating complex data into actionable insights, building business cases, and developing scalable, insight-driven solutions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive end-to-end value engineering efforts including value insights, business case development, and value realization frameworks
- Lead and own end-to-end engagements for strategic opportunities
- Develop and enhance AI-enabled solutions, including agent-based workflows, to automate data retrieval, insight generation, and reporting
- Analyze client data and multi-source datasets to generate actionable insights, identify value drivers, and quantify business impact
- Develop and deliver executive-ready outputs including dashboards, scorecards, benchmarking reports, and value narratives
- Translate complex analytical findings into clear, compelling insights tailored for senior stakeholders and client leadership
- Build scalable analytical models, reusable assets, and automated workflows to enhance efficiency and repeatability
- Contribute to the design and implementation of value measurement frameworks to track outcomes and ROI realization
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (consulting, analytics, product, and sales) to support value-based selling and strategic initiatives
- Support client engagements through data-driven insights, solution validation, and continuous value tracking
- Experience with and adopt emerging technologies (e.g., Copilot, agentic AI tools) to improve productivity and scale value engineering capabilities
- Lead discussions and influence decision-making with senior stakeholders (Director/VP/C-suite)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA or master's degree from a reputed institution, with a bachelor's in engineering, finance, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in management consulting, value consulting/selling, data science or a related role
- Experience engaging with senior stakeholders (Director/VP level)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and storytelling
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot Studio (agents and flows) or similar agentic AI / automation tools
- Exposure to value consulting, business case development, or ROI measurement
- Experience working in consulting, benefits analytics, or client-facing analytics roles
- Proven ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into clear, actionable insights
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Analytical Rigor: Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Business Acumen: Ability to connect data insights into business outcomes and client value
- Storytelling: Exceptional ability to synthesize and communicate insights
- Collaboration: Works effectively across global and cross-functional teams
- Innovation: Interest in leveraging AI and automation to enhance analytics capabilities
WHY JOIN US
- Opportunity to work on high-impact initiatives across global clients
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong growth opportunities
We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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