Managing Consultant (Transmission) at Energy and Environmental Economics

Why You Should Join the E3 TeamWhen you join the E3 team you will be working on some of the most important energy issues with some of the top minds in the electricity industry. We help shape energy and climate policy play vital roles in regulatory proceedings advise executives and inform investment and planning selections. At E3 you will be challenged and inspired. Who We AreFounded in 1989 Energy Environmental Economics (E3) is a fast-growing energy consulting firm that helps utilities regulators policy makers developers and investors make the most educated strategic decisions possible as they implement new public policies deploy and develop new technologies and address customers shifting expectations. We have offices in San Francisco New York City Boston Denver and Calgary. Because E3 works with customers from all sectors of the electricity industry we provide a 360-degree knowledge of markets planning policy regulation and environmental factors. Just as important we are driven to deliver clear unbiased evaluations that help customers make informed decisions. E3 works on high-profile high-impact projects in jurisdictions that spearhead the implementation of clean energy California Hawaii and New York we are advising state agencies and regulators about how to implement clean energy policies with an emphasis on customer incentives and markets. About YouWe look for people who combine strong analytical dexterity and/or policy experience with integrity and a passion for energy. Our Managing Consultants take the reins on project work to drive creative solutions to some of the most elaborate and important energy issues of the day. For this specific role we are looking for someone who bring subject matter depth in electric transmission (e.g. ISO/RTO transmission planning processes interconnection and deliverability concepts corridor/ROW and permitting basics capital planning). Youre fluent with management consulting skills: structuring ambiguous problems choosing a path and level of detail to answer questions in the time/budget available anticipating challenges and creating plans to mitigate those risks coaching your team in how to answer questions and checking results and storyline based on your experience in the industry. You have executive presence to navigate tough client/stakeholder dynamics align senior leaders and drive decisions in high stakes settings. Practice AreaThis position is based in our Asset Valuation Markets and Transmission practice area. About the Role Hours: Full Time Travel: 0-10% Office Location: Remote or hybrid work schedule from one of our E3 offices; travel to local client site maybe required for the San Francisco office. Work EnvironmentE3 has adopted a hybrid and flexible work environment that adapts to changing needs of projects and safety requirements. Because E3 thrives in a strong collaborative office-based working environment in addition to work at client sites as project needs require we encourage employees to work from the office at least 2-3 days per week while also welcoming those who prefer to come in more regularly. Must be able to work for extended hours in front of a computer screen and conduct meetings on the telephone and virtually. The Role The Managing Consultant (Transmission) will assign in the strategic engagements on key transmission issues for utility developer investor and system operator clients. Youll structure the problem in collaboration with our in-house transmission experts define and check analytical tasks for E3 project teams own day-to-day client leadership and coordinate across cross-functional client teams (transmission planning engineering regulatory finance delivery). Focus areas will be specific to the client engagement but can include transmission opportunity and business case development portfolio prioritization regional cost allocation regulatory strategy and testimony drafting KPI tracking partnership strategy and organization structure and governance. 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 your ingenuity and curiosity to make reasonable assumptions and produce appropriate solutions at times with incomplete information Fulfill end-to-end project obligations Deliver presentations to customers and reply to questions Develop aptitude in using a flagship modeling tool gathering relevant data and vetting results Oversee or assist in management of existing tools as needed Oversee or implement major revisions to toolkitsApply 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 spreadsheets to be client-ready including developing tools for customer solutions Proactively track actual performance of own work performed against the established plan with ongoing communication with the Director or Manager Track and manage actual performance of project teams against the established plan with ongoing communication to project team membersCapture project learnings and repeatable products and work samples for future use according to knowledge management processes Assist with internal initiatives as neededRequirementsMasters degree or PhD in engineering economics computer science public policy or related field Demonstrated hands-on experience or extensive knowledge in or related to our practice areas5-8 years of experience in an energy-related field with a utility with a specific focus on the power electric sectorPrior experience/subject matter expertise in electric transmission development or planning (e.g. interconnection and deliverability concepts corridor/ROW and permitting basics capital planning utility regulation)Extensive project management experience leading collaborative project efforts while helping each member of your team to do their finest workExperience 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 Demonstrated success guiding ideas people and projects High fluency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; quantitative modeling methods and/or programming knowledge and experienceDesire to work in a dynamic office environment with other staffThings that Set you ApartDeep subject matter expertise specifically in energy power systems and climate change issues Significant project management and leadership experience in a technical or analytical environmentPast experience working directly with utilities on electric transmission or distribution corporate strategy or regulatory strategyExperience with transmission modeling platforms preferred example include PLEXOS Gridview PROMOD PSSE TARAExtensive experience coordinating with customers on a regular basisYou believe it is essential to achieve a transition to a low-carbon economy and love thinking about the future of energyYou enjoy translating technical concepts to a broader audience You take ownership of your work proactively seeking out answers to questions and enjoy finding creative solutions to issues you encounter$126000 - $174000 a yearCompensation and TitleE3 takesa number offactors into consideration when determining title and salary level for a potential new includes but is not limitedto:a candidates education training and relevant work experience; thepositions work location; expected quality and quantity of work; required travel (if any); external market andinternal value including seniority and merit systems; and internal pay alignment.E3 also provides a bonus structure that we are proud of because we believe it creates the right kinds ofincentives for good work provides significant flexibility and is fair and equitable. The below compensationoutlines our total compensation package with our bonus structure adding between 15 - 35% to your basesalary. While neither the upper or lower end of our bonus structure is capped this provides a representationof the average total compensation based on both your personal performance and the companysperformance.Annual Total Compensation Range for Managing - Senior Managing Consultant:- Minimum: $126000- Maximum: $174000E3s Commitment to YouE3 provides abundant opportunities for professional growth and invests significantly in employee development. Right from the start our team works hard to provide you with a customized multi-week onboarding experience where you will meet with colleagues Partners and your own mentor. Every September all new hires attend E3s proprietary internally developed 22-course training program which broadens your foundational industry-specific knowledge as well as develops those skills essential to being a great consultant. E3 also provides every employee with an annual professional development stipend opportunities to attend conferences and personalized career development at every stage of your employment. In addition E3 offers employees a broad best-in-class range of benefits and supportive rewards to support you both personally and professionally. Some benefits include: Base and bonus commensurate with experience and performance Exceptional benefits such as 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 stipendEEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation StatementApplicants are considered for all positions without regard to race color creed religion age national origin alienage or citizenship status gender sexual orientation gender identity marital or partnership status disability military status veteran status pregnancy or predisposing genetic characteristics. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify us.Willdan Group Inc. participates in E-VerifyRequired Experience:Contract Key Skills Business Development,ISO 27001,Pegasystems,SAAS,Financial Services,TOGAF,COBIT,Customer relationship management,Cataloging,Internal Audits,Pre-sales,Word Processing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1