Job Family:Cyber Consulting, Management Consulting, Power Systems Engineering Consulting, Sustainability Consulting
Travel Required:Up to 50%
Clearance Required:None
The OpportunityWe are seeking a dynamic
Associate Director to drive growth and client impact to utility and energy clients in the South 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 market research, data analysis, stakeholder interviews, and financial modeling.
- Drive client impact in areas such as decarbonization strategy, grid modernization, customer transformation, and digital operations.
- 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 (NERC/CIP), and transformation drivers.
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
- Grid modernization and/or transformation
- Electric/Power Utilities technology integration or adoption
- AI/ML Technology Modernization solutions
- Utilities-related projects supporting Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations
- Utilities infrastructure resilience
- NERC CIP program support and/or management
- Cybersecurity
- 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, and data visualization tools.
- Willingness to travel and work in a hybrid client-facing environment.
- Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.
Why Join Guidehouse?- Work on the front lines of the energy transition with a firm known for innovation and impact.
- Collaborate with industry experts and cutting-edge technology teams.
- Accelerate your career in a purpose-driven, high-growth environment.
- Competitive compensation, performance-based rewards, and flexible work arrangements.
#LI-DNIWhat 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
