Associate Director-Energy Providers West Market

What You Will Need: ​

• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent resident, due to the nature of client engagements.
• Bachelor’s degree AND SEVEN (7+) plus years of post-graduation work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field, with a focus on the energy or utilities sector (excluding oil & gas); Or
• Master’s degree AND FIVE (5+) plus years of post-graduation work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field, with a focus on the energy or utilities sector (excluding oil & gas).
• Strong understanding of utility business models, regulatory environments, and transformation drivers.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Utility data strategy and AI/ML technology modernization solutions.
• Utility program management and governance.
• Technology product development (utility or non-utility).
• Utility system planning.
• Electric/power or gas utilities technology integration or adoption.
• Utilities infrastructure resilience.
• Utility customer programs.
• Grid modernization and/or transformation.
• Utility corporate strategy or business transformation.

• Proven ability to structure and lead problem-solving efforts, synthesize insights, and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing teams and delivering complex projects to include supporting account sales activities.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, project analytics, reporting platforms, and data visualization tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work in a hybrid client-facing environment.
• Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location listed.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Preference will be given to candidates within reasonable driving distance of a listed Guidehouse Office or Client Office Location.
• Candidates with post-graduation work experience supporting or directly working with Xcel Energy is preferred.
• Demonstrates creativity in proposal development/commercial construction.
• Deep background and understanding of Utilities-related projects and operations.
• Experience in one or more of the following: Program Management Office (PMO), product development team experience, energy resource planning, electric transmission and distribution planning, gas system planning, utility customer program management.
• Technology platforms certifications.
• Scum Master and/or Jira experience.

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The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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