Job Family :
Management Consulting, Power Systems Engineering Consulting, Sustainability Consulting
Travel Required :
Up to 75% Clearance Required :
None
Guidehouse is seeking to strategically hire a director for each of our Energy Provider's Market teams in the United States.
What You Will Do :
Charged with overall account growth and client satisfaction, this role of Account Director requires a self-motivated, driven professional with strong sales and business acumen, a proven track record of success in complex solution selling, a solid understanding of Utilities & Energy business operations. Successful Energy Providers Account Director candidates will have a passion for execution and delivery excellence.
Responsibilities include:
Drive growth and client satisfaction in Guidehouse's Energy Providers Practice through crafting, selling, and overseeing delivery of strategic advisory, technology, and risk management consulting engagements, with a primary focus on Investor-Owned Utilities
This position is designed to support Guidehouse's Energy Practice primarily in the following ways:
Developing/expanding long-term client relationships with key accounts that will lead to repeat business, meeting and exceeding annual sales targets set
Leading the pursuit and closure of new consulting engagements
Building deep trusted advisor relationships with key Utility client stakeholders
Collaborating with senior consulting professionals in our delivery, solutions and technology teams across Guidehouse to cross-sell a broader range of Guidehouse offerings to our Energy Provider clients
Improving client business performance through benchmarking, process improvement, performance metrics, operating risk assessment, and implementation of continuous improvement principles for clients, including:
Assessing and guiding the business process and organizational changes required to improve organizational effectiveness
Building results-oriented business processes, develop and implement long- and short-term strategies, and transition business models for clients
Providing oversight to project assignments, including development of team, outline of work plan, direction and coordination of technical contributions, and oversee budget and schedule
Contributing strategic industry, subject matter expertise and thought leadership on project assignments within the business unit or elsewhere within the organization
Providing coaching and mentoring to junior level staff
Managing all aspects of client relationships and oversight of engagement delivery
What You Will Need :
US Citizen or US Permanent Resident status required due to client engagement requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related discipline AND Ten (10+) plus years' management consulting experience within power utilities(excluding Oil & Gas or Telecommunications); Or Master's degree in engineering, business or related discipline AND Eight (8+) plus years' management consulting experience withinpower utilities (excluding Oil & Gas or Telecommunications)
Must have executive level power utilities/commercial energy business experience with a deep background in the energy utility industry, including energy market infrastructure, asset management, regulation, and clean energy trends
Successful experience leading business development initiatives (writing proposals, identifying opportunities to expand the scope, and/or providing additional services) and managing account teams (developing and implementing an account plan and leading account team activities)
Full lifecycle solution experience, including strategy, planning, design, implementation (including technology implementation), and operations
Reviewing and at times preparing and delivering reports, presentations and other documents for client deliverables
Excellent communication skills and people skills
High degree of self-confidence and determination
Advanced organizational and management skills
Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities and assignments without diminished effectiveness
Ability to communicate effectively throughout all levels of an organization
Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and slide presentation software
Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office
Ability to travel as needed
Must currently reside in the contiguous United States
What Would Be Nice To Have :
Preference will be given to candidates within reasonable driving distance of an Energy Providers Client Office or respective core Guidehouse Office listed
Experience developing and using analytical models and simulations
Demonstrated ability to develop and lead the execution of an account GTM plan in the utilities industry
Demonstrates creativity in proposal development/commercial construction
Knowledge and experience with one or more: Infrastructure Resilience, integrating flexible generation and digitalization to improve energy system resilience, Grid OT/IT, AI/ML Technology Modernization solutions, Cybersecurity, Portfolio & Asset Management
Transmission & Distribution (T&D) experience with a deep background and understanding of infrastructure resiliency trends
Technology platforms certifications
LI-DNI
The annual salary range for this position is $197,000.00-$328,000.00. 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
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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