Managing Consultant / Sr. Managing Consultant

Overview The Managing Consultant is a vital contributor to our team and project work. The position spearheads client-facing interactions and plays a leadership role in identifying the approach and methods for medium-to-large projects. Our Managing Consultants direct workstreams within projects and contribute heavily to written reports and papers, delivering findings to customers, making presentations, and replying to questions. Duties will grow to include more elaborate investigative tasks, overseeing the management of existing tools, and leading efforts on proposal writing.

At Energy + Environmental Economics (E3), we work on high-profile, high-impact projects in jurisdictions that spearhead the implementation of clean energy policy. We shape energy and climate policy, play vital roles in regulatory proceedings, advise executives, and inform investment and planning decisions.

Responsibilities Lead the delivery of customer work through modeling, developing presentations, writing, and preparing entire subsections of reports and papers, and owning customer requests

Conduct independent research using ingenuity and curiosity to make reasonable assumptions and produce appropriate solutions, at times with incomplete information to fulfill end-to-end project obligations

Deliver presentations to customers and respond to questions

Develop aptitude in using a flagship modeling tool, gather relevant data, and vet results

Oversee or assist in the management of existing tools as needed

Oversee or implement major revisions to toolkits

Apply core QA / QC best practices

Lead proposal writing on small / medium projects

Translate results of research and evaluations into clear visual representations

Head the creation or editing of client-ready spreadsheets and develop tools for customer solutions

Proactively track actual performance of own work against the established plan, with ongoing communication to the Director or Manager

Track and manage actual performance of project teams against the established plan, with ongoing communication to project team members

Capture project learnings and develop repeatable products and samples for future use

Assist with internal initiatives as needed

Requirements Master's degree or PhD in engineering, economics, computer science, public policy, or related field

4-8 years of experience in an energy-related field with a specific focus on the power electric sector

Prior experience specifically addressing power generation, renewable energy, project economics, and the clean energy transition

Demonstrated hands-on experience or extensive knowledge in, or related to our practice areas

Extensive project management experience leading collaborative project efforts while helping each member of your team to do their finest work

Experience crafting a clear and compelling message both in writing and via presentations

Demonstrated experience working directly with stakeholders or customers

Aptitude to write and communicate clearly; passionate about the transition to a low-carbon economy

Demonstrated success guiding ideas, people, and projects

High fluency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; quantitative modeling methods and / or programming knowledge and experience are valued

Experience with electricity or energy modeling platforms preferred (e.g., AURORA, PLEXOS, ReEDS, LEAP, NEMS)

Desire to work in a dynamic office environment with other staff

Things that Set You Apart Deep subject matter expertise in energy, power systems, and climate change issues

Significant project management and leadership experience in a technical or analytical environment

Extensive experience coordinating with customers regularly

Belief in the transition to a low-carbon economy and passion for the future of energy

Collaborative mindset and ability to bring out the best in each team member

Ability to translate technical concepts to a broader audience

Ownership mindset and creative problem-solving skills

Prior work experience at a management consulting firm

E3's Commitment to You E3 provides abundant opportunities for professional growth and invests in employee development. New hires participate in a customized onboarding experience with colleagues, Partners, and a mentor. Every September, all new hires attend E3's proprietary 22-course training program. E3 also provides an annual professional development stipend, opportunities to attend conferences, and personalized career development at every stage of employment.

In addition, E3 offers a broad benefits package to support you both personally and professionally, including :

Base pay and a bonus commensurate with experience and performance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

401k with corporate match

Flexible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Fitness and wellness corporate discounts

Professional Development annual stipend

Employee Information EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA reasonable accommodation statements apply. Willdan / E3 does not discriminate in hiring and is committed to reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please notify us.

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