• Director, Data Analytics and AI

    TECO Energy (Tampa, FL)


    Title: Director, Data Analytics and AI

    **Company:** Peoples Gas System

    **State and City:** Florida - Tampa

    **Shift:** 8 Hr. X 5 Days - Four days on site and one day remote

    WHO WE ARE

    Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

     

    _This is a proactive job posting to build a pool of qualified candidates for this upcoming role. If you're interested in being considered when it becomes available, please take a few minutes to apply_** _._ **_Your application will be treated as if this is a live position._

     

    Why This Role Matters

     

    Peoples Gas is building a modern, data-driven utility—and this role sits at the center of that transformation. As Director, Data, Analytics & AI, you will shape and execute the enterprise data strategy that powers smarter decisions, safer operations, and better outcomes for customers and employees.

     

    This is a senior leadership role with real influence: you’ll connect data, technology, process improvement, and people to deliver measurable business impact across safety, reliability, productivity, and cost performance.

     

    What You’ll Do

     

    You’ll have the opportunity to build something meaningful—shaping how data and AI are used across a critical infrastructure organization that serves millions. This role offers visibility, influence, and the chance to leave a lasting impact on how a modern utility operates.

    Set the Enterprise Data & AI Strategy

    + Execute and evolve a multi-year data, analytics, and AI strategy aligned to Peoples Gas digital priorities

    + Continuously adapt the strategy as technology and AI capabilities evolve to maximize value realization

    + Establish a federated data and analytics model that enables speed, consistency, and business ownership

    Enable Trusted, Governed Data

    + Lead enterprise data governance, quality, and stewardship in partnership with IT and business leaders

    + Ensure data is accessible, reliable, secure, and compliant with regulatory, privacy, and cybersecurity requirements

    + Chair or co-lead a Data Governance Council that drives accountability and standards

    Deliver Analytics, AI & Business Insight

    + Oversee development of analytics, reporting, machine learning, and AI solutions that deliver actionable insight

    + Advance predictive and prescriptive analytics to support safety, asset health, leak detection, capital planning, and workforce optimization

    + Guide responsible adoption of Generative AI and automation to improve productivity and decision-making

    Translate Data into Business Value

    + Serve as a trusted partner to executives and business leaders—translating complex data into clear, compelling insights

    + Lead enterprise dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting tied to safety, reliability, efficiency, and customer outcomes

    + Build self-service analytics capabilities and data literacy across the organization

    Lead People & Change

    + Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of data scientists, engineers, analysts, and visualization experts

    + Foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement

    + Partner closely with Process Improvement, Change Management, and IT to ensure adoption and sustained impact

     

    What We’re Looking For

    Required

    + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Analytics, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field is preferred

    + 10+ years of experience leading data, analytics, or AI initiatives in complex organizations

    + 5+ years of people leadership experience

    + Proven expertise in enterprise data strategy, analytics, and governance

    + Strong technical fluency across data platforms, analytics tools, and AI/ML concepts

    + Ability to influence senior leaders and translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences

    Preferred

    + Utility, energy, or infrastructure industry experience

    + Advanced degree or relevant certifications (AI/ML, cloud, data engineering)

    + Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Snowflake) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Sigma)

    + Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and formal change management methodologies

    How You’ll Work

    + Highly collaborative, enterprise-facing leadership role

    + Office-based with strong partnership across Operations, IT, Process Improvement, and executive leadership

    EMERGENCY RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

    TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

     

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