Senior Consultant

Gaia Talent; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Boston is seeking a Consultant or Senior Consultant to work on impactful energy and climate projects. This role involves delivering analytical work, leading project workstreams, and presenting findings to clients. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or PhD, strong problem-solving and quantitative skills, and experience in energy systems. This position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment that values low-carbon transition initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in engineering, economics, computer science, public policy, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of experience in energy, climate, or adjacent analytical fields.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; programming experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical work using models, spreadsheets, and research to support client decisions.
• Lead defined project workstreams and manage tasks end to end.
• Present findings to clients and respond to technical and strategic questions.

Skills

Analytical work

Project management

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We have an exciting opening for a Consultant or Senior Consultant to contribute to complex energy and climate initiatives with real-world impact. You will contribute to high-level projects across energy markets, system planning, and decarbonization, with increasing ownership over workstreams as you progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical work using models, spreadsheets, and research to support client decisions
• Lead defined project workstreams and manage tasks end to end
• Develop written content for reports, memos, and presentations
• Present findings to clients and respond to technical and strategic questions
• Conduct independent research and form defensible assumptions with incomplete data
• Apply quality assurance standards to analyses and deliverables
• Improve and maintain analytical tools and models
• Translate technical outputs into clear visuals and narratives
• Support proposal development and internal initiatives as needed

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in engineering, economics, computer science, public policy, or a related field
• 3–5+ years of experience in energy, climate, or adjacent analytical fields
• Demonstrated experience in areas such as energy systems, markets, electrification, or infrastructure planning
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven project ownership, time management, and attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; programming experience is a plus
• Commitment to the transition to a low-carbon economy

This is an ideal opportunity to work on consequential energy challenges, develop deep technical expertise, and grow as a trusted advisor.

If this sounds like your next role, we encourage you to apply today!