Job Details
Bluefield Research is seeking a dynamic Research Director to lead water market and industry analysis for the U.S. and Canada municipal water sector. This key role involves managing and collaborating with a talented team of global water experts to deliver industry-leading insights and real-time client support.
Bluefield’s global research team is known for its high-quality, data-driven analyses in an evolving market shaped by climate change, policy developments, and competitive strategies. We’re looking for a leader with industry expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and a demonstrated want to influence the future of water for a growing roster of companies focused on the water sector.
Become a water industry thought leader. We are seeking a candidate who has strong skills in the following:
- Team Leadership: Guide a team of analysts to deliver impactful reports, data-backed presentations, and client workshops.Foster collaboration, open communication, and a shared sense of purpose across the team and company.
- Research and Data: Monitor and analyze key trends– including policy shifts, climate impacts, infrastructure investments, and supply chain dynamics– to support our ongoing stream of research.
- Client Engagement: Provide expert support to clients, ensuring alignment between research insights and their business needs. This is manifested through workshops, presentations, webcasts, and podcasts to maximize client value.
- Industry Thought Leadership: Become a leading voice across the water sector by representing Bluefield as a thought leader through speaking engagements, published insights, and client interactions. Build and nurture relationships with industry stakeholders to identify new opportunities for growth.
- Subject Matter Expertise: Closely collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to strategically identify near and long-term opportunities, promote Bluefield insights to existing prospective clients, and be a subject matter expert. This also includes attending conferences and associated travel.
- Project Management: Develop research plans, manage project timelines, and guide resource allocation to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality analysis. The role also includes working closely with the editorial and production teams.
Required Skills and Experience
- Minimum five years of experience in water, energy, infrastructure, market research sectors, or applicable industry.
- Prior experience as a research analyst
- Prior management experience is a plus
- Familiarity with data visualization tools a plus (e.g., Tableau, Sisense, Qlik) preferred.
- Strong PowerPoint and Excel Skills (i.e. ability to build pivot tables, basic understanding of how statistical modeling works)
- Exceptional communication skills—verbal and written—with strong attention to detail.
- Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with effective organizational skills.
- Willingness to travel for client meetings, conferences, and sales activities.
- Fluency in English with strong writing and presentation skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
- Experience in an entrepreneurial environment is highly valued.
- U.S. citizenship or valid work visa required.
- This position will be based out of either our Boston (Massachusetts) or our Berkeley (California) offices.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dental and vision.
- Generous PTO: 3 weeks of vacation plus paid public holidays and sick leave.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching.
- Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, growing company.
How to Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter (PDF) to careers@bluefieldresearch.com. Include the position title in the subject line.