Associate Director leading strategic consulting engagements for utilities in the South Market. Driving growth and client impact with a focus on energy transformation and technology integration.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic consulting engagements for investor-owned utilities and energy providers, from problem definition through solution design and implementation.
Develop client-ready insights through market research, data analysis, stakeholder interviews, and financial modeling.
Drive client impact in areas such as decarbonization strategy, grid modernization, customer transformation, and digital operations.
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.
Requirements
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 (NERC/CIP), and transformation drivers.
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: Grid modernization and/or transformation, Electric/Power Utilities technology integration or adoption, AI/ML Technology Modernization solutions, Utilities-related projects supporting Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations, Utilities infrastructure resilience, NERC CIP program support and/or management, Cybersecurity.
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, and data visualization tools.
Willingness to travel and work in a hybrid client-facing environment.
Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.
Benefits
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
Job title
Associate Director – Energy Providers South Market
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