Energy Potential Study Senior Consultant

The Cadmus Group, Inc.•Boulder, CO

About The Position

Cadmus seeks an experienced consultant in energy industry/demand side management resource planning and potential studies to join our Planning and Assessment Team. The Energy Division at Cadmus provides advanced analytic and strategic consulting services to energy companies, utilities, governments, and non-profit organizations. We are looking for talented, bright, and driven people who have experience conducting potential studies and a strong understanding of the technical and analytical processes required to estimate demand side management potential, utility forecasting and/or integrated resourcing planning, preferably in a consulting environment. The selected candidate will contribute to demand-side management resource potential studies and produce detailed deliverables that energy clients can use to inform short-term program and long-term resource planning decisions. They will lead projects from start to finish, including designing and leading quantitative analysis, managing project teams, tracking progress, creating written reports and presenting results to external audiences. Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains. At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth. Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study such as mechanical or environmental engineering (preferred), economics, statistics, mathematics, or environmental studies.
Between 8-10 years of experience managing or leading research or planning projects that include both qualitative and quantitative techniques.
Minimum of one year leading or supporting demand-side management potential studies and/or resource planning for U.S.-based utilities.
Industry experience working with utilities, preferably in the areas of energy efficiency, demand response, solar PV and other distributed energy resources, battery storage, decarbonization, building electrification, electric vehicles, and combined heat and power resources.
Demonstrated ability and experience managing multiple projects and project teams, preferably in a consulting environment.
Experience in data analysis and interpretation.
Excellent project management skills including leading technical project teams, interacting with clients and stakeholders, budget management, preparing written reports and presenting project results, and mentoring staff.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate complicated issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant area of study such as mechanical or environmental engineering, economics, statistics, mathematics, environmental studies, or other quantitative social science.
Prior experience managing, evaluating, or modeling demand response programs.
Prior consulting experience including working independently to make decisions as well as collaborating in a team environment.
Experience with staff management, mentorship, and skills development.
Business development experience.
Intermediate to advanced skills with R or Python.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership on projects involving modeling and analysis to assess demand side management potentials and integrated resource planning at all levels and across a range of technologies and program interventions.
Oversee and conduct research and analysis activities.
Lead and support policy, economic, and technical discussions with clients, project stakeholders, internal staff, and other decision-makers.
Conduct detailed reviews of project team members’ analysis results and deliverables to ensure high-quality, accurate, and error-free work.
Synthesize research findings and analysis outcomes to derive insights relevant to client objectives.
Clearly articulate (oral and written) results, findings, methodologies, and data sources.
Manage consulting projects including:
Working closely with project team members and clients to accomplish project goals.
Providing clear and consistent communications to project team members, Cadmus leadership, and support teams (in varying time zones) on projects and tasks, raising concerns or issues before they become problems, providing and receiving constructive feedback, and managing expectations.
Budget tracking, invoicing, project planning, staff and resource management.
Ensuring all deliverables meet Cadmus standards and exceed client expectations.
Nurture and build client relationships as a primary point of contact, including providing clear and consistent communications on project activities, status, findings, challenges, or concerns
Develop detailed reports and presentations of results, findings, methodologies, and data sources and provide clear, actionable recommendations to clients.
Identify, cultivate, develop, and execute business development opportunities, including relationship-based opportunities to expand work with existing clients and develop new work by supporting scope, budget, and proposal development.