Associate Director-Energy Providers West Market

Guidehouse; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Rx Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Mobility Stipend

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an Associate Director to drive growth and client impact for energy utilities in the Energy Providers West Market. You will lead strategic consulting engagements, develop client-ready insights, and mentor teams in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

The role requires deep knowledge of utility sectors, strong analysis skills, and the ability to travel up to 25%. You will collaborate across practice areas to deliver integrated solutions and contribute to proposals and

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or US permanent resident.
• 7+ years in management consulting, corporate strategy, or related field with energy/utilities focus.
• Master’s degree with 5+ years in related field also acceptable.
• Strong understanding of utility business models, regulatory environments, and transformation drivers.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic consulting engagements for investor-owned utilities and energy providers from problem definition through 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/data analytics.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, on-time execution, and strong collaboration.
• Support business development through proposals, client pitches, and account growth strategies.
• Collaborate across Guidehouse practice areas to bring integrated solutions combining strategy, technology, and operations.
• Mentor junior consultants to foster learning, inclusion, and excellence.

Skills

Strategic consulting

Client relationship management

Data analysis & modeling

Leadership & mentoring

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Data visualization tools

Project analytics

Job description

Job Family

Management Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Clearance Required

None

We are seeking a dynamic Associate Director to drive growth and client impact to utility and energy clients in the Energy Providers West Market. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about shaping the future of energy.

What You Will Do:

As an Associate Director , you will:

• 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:

• 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, 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.

• Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location listed.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Preference will be given to candidates within reasonable driving distance of a listed Guidehouse Office or Client Office Location.

• Candidates with post-graduation work experience supporting or directly working with Xcel Energy 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.

• Technology platforms certifications.

• Scum Master and/or Jira experience.

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The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. 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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