Remote Energy Markets & Utility Planning Manager

ICF; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF seeks a Manager to lead high-impact work in U.S. power markets, utility planning, and regulatory strategy from Reston, VA (hybrid) or U.S. remote.

The role emphasizes client delivery, leadership, market insight, and external engagement across generation, transmission, and demand-side resources. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in power markets or energy consulting and a strong track record in leading cross-functional teams and growing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in energy systems, engineering, economics or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in power markets, utility planning or energy consulting.
• Experience applying long-term planning tools and production cost models.
• Ability to lead utilities and power sector client projects with clear communication.
• Proven ability to grow client relationships and contribute to proposals.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Grow client relationships by identifying opportunities and shaping scopes.
• Lead external engagement through conferences, articles, and webinars.
• Manage client-facing projects linking planning and market analysis.
• Translate long-term planning tools and models into actionable recommendations.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and oversee project teams.

Skills

Power markets

Utility planning

Regulatory strategy

Project leadership

Client engagement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in energy systems/engineering/economics

Graduate degree is a plus

Job description

ICF seeks a Manager to lead high-impact work in U.S. power markets, utility planning, and regulatory strategy from Reston, VA (hybrid) or U.S. remote.

The role emphasizes client delivery, leadership, market insight, and external engagement across generation, transmission, and demand-side resources. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in power markets or energy consulting and a strong track record in leading cross-functional teams and growing client relationships.