Experienced Energy Consultant

ScottMadden, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ScottMadden is a general management consulting firm seeking an Experienced Energy Consultant to join the Energy Practice. You will lead small project teams and deliver client solutions in energy-related areas, with travel possible.

The role emphasizes leadership, project management, and building strong client relationships. You will learn from seasoned professionals in a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that rewards initiative and performance.

Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree required.
• 3+ years of energy consulting experience in generation, renewables, transmission, distribution, natural gas, or grid edge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project, Outlook).
• Strong leadership, project management, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work on multi-disciplinary teams and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead small project teams and deliver solutions for client problems.
• Manage projects with three to four consultants and a partner.
• Work with senior consultants and partners to maximize learning.
• Travel to client sites may be necessary.
• Contribute to energy practice methodologies and offerings.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Energy industry knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial modeling

Education

MBA or other advanced degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Visio

Project

Outlook

Job description

If you are looking for an o pportunity to directly contribute to a dynamic, team-centric environment where you will work side-by-side with leadership, learning from some of the most experienced and respected professionals in the industry on a broad range of management consulting engagements, you are looking in the right place.

ScottMadden is a general management consulting firm with three main practice areas — Energy, Corporate & Shared Services, and Enterprise & Specialized Services. We work with forward-thinking clients across a wide variety of business units and functions.

The Experienced Energy Consultant Role

We are seeking talent with energy consulting expertise to join our Energy Practice. Experienced energy consultants are expected to have the leadership, project management, and client relationship skills necessary to successfully manage a variety of project types and sizes.

Travel, at the discretion of the client, may be necessary.

The Project Team

You will work on small project teams to identify, and often implement, solutions to client problems and challenges. Project teams are typically composed of three or four consultants and a partner. Working closely with experienced ScottMadden consultants and partners will maximize your learning and enable meaningful project contributions from your very first assignment.

The Culture

ScottMadden is an inclusive, tight-knit community of professionals where both collaboration and individual performance are rewarded. Initiative and creativity are recognized and valued. Our culture is both collegial and entrepreneurial. Employees build relationships that extend beyond the office and are always willing to help one another to ensure the work for our clients is done right.

ScottMadden is an ideal place to make your mark and take your career to the next level. Consultants are provided a supportive network for career advancement. You will be assigned a senior‑level sponsor who encourages and supports your development goals, and a similar‑level onboarding ambassador who ensures you have all the tools needed to be successful during your first year with the firm. Feedback is provided frequently, with structured review processes occurring at the end of each project and annually.

Promotions occur on a quarterly basis and are paced to each individual’s progress. Bonuses are earned quarterly based on the objective measure of utilization.

The Qualifications

Our ideal candidate is well rounded and possesses the following:

• Strong project and resource management skills
• Knowledge of the energy industry and key factors driving change in the current environment
• Experience in the creation of project related deliverables such as process maps, project plans, change management assessments, implementation plans, communication plans, and financial models
• Ability to contribute to the Energy Practice (methodologies, service offerings, team development, client relationships), and drive leading practices into the organization
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Advanced problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to learn quickly
• Enthusiasm and initiative
• Creativity (necessary for the development of custom solutions)
• Focused, strategic, and critical thinking
• Ability to engage with people at all levels of an organization
• Service‑oriented and client‑focused

The Requirements

• MBA or other relevant advanced degree
• Energy consulting experience in any of the following areas: generation, renewables, transmission, distribution, natural gas, or grid edge (3+ years preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project and Outlook)

The experience requirements outlined above represent a baseline for consideration for an experienced consultant position at ScottMadden. We recognize that candidates bring different combinations of experience, expertise, and capabilities. Candidates with more extensive relevant experience will be considered for a more senior level within the organization, with the specific level determined based on interview performance, qualifications and overall fit.

The Location

Ideally, we are looking for candidates that can work out of one of our offices two or more days a week.

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Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future, as ScottMadden does not provide visa sponsorship.

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