At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic consulting for energy providers and drive impactful solutions.
- Company: Join Guidehouse, a leader in management consulting with a focus on energy transformation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible benefits, and a supportive workplace culture.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for travel and hybrid work.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the energy sector while mentoring future leaders.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in consulting or 5+ years with a Master's, focusing on energy utilities.
The predicted salary is between 132750 - 162250 $ per year.
What You Will Do:
- Lead strategic consulting engagements for investor-owned utilities and energy providers, from problem definition through solution design and implementation.
- Develop client-ready insights through research, analysis, and modeling.
- Drive client impact in areas such as business, technology, and customer transformation, integrated system planning, decarbonization strategy, grid modernization, and AI and data analytics.
- Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, on-time execution, and strong team collaboration.
- Support business development by contributing to proposals, client pitches, and account growth strategies and developing client relationships.
- Collaborate across Guidehouse practice areas to bring integrated solutions that combine strategy, technology, and operations.
- Mentor junior consultants, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and excellence.
What You Will Need:
- 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.
- Currently reside in Canada.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Candidates with post-graduation work experience supporting or directly working with an electric utility 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.
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.
About Guidehouse:
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Associate Director – Energy Sector in Vancouver employer: Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals in the energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer mentorship opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package that supports work-life balance. Located in vibrant Vancouver or available remotely, our team members enjoy the flexibility to thrive while contributing to impactful projects in the utilities and energy landscape.
