Guidehouse

Power Markets Senior Consultant

Guidehouse • $98K — $163K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in energy-sector analysis, modeling, or policy analysis.
  • Knowledge of electricity markets, energy systems, and policy.
  • Experience with quantitative methods and analytical frameworks.
  • Ability to communicate complex energy concepts to senior leadership.
  • Proficiency in analytical tools and programming languages.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct quantitative analyses for energy systems and market issues.
  • Research emerging energy sector issues and evaluate implications.
  • Develop analytical models to identify trends and provide recommendations.
  • Collaborate with teams to solve energy-sector challenges.
  • Manage multiple analytical efforts and communicate findings effectively.
  • Leverage modern data platforms for data collection and analysis.
  • Prepare deliverables that communicate findings to various stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid sick leave and holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Full Job Description
Job Family:
Management Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is currently seeking an energy professional to join our Federal Civilian Agencies (FCA) Energy & Environment market team supporting the Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, and National Science Foundation.

Incoming Senior Consultants will support client leadership through data-driven analysis of energy-sector trends, infrastructure challenges, market dynamics, and policy considerations. Candidates will utilize modern analytical platforms and quantitative methods to develop insights, answer complex questions, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of electricity markets and energy systems, experience working with energy-related datasets, and comfort engaging directly with senior federal stakeholders.

  • Conduct quantitative analyses related to energy systems, infrastructure, markets, and policy issues to support client decision-making and program objectives.
  • Research emerging issues affecting the energy sector and evaluate their implications for programs, investments, and strategic initiatives.
  • Develop analytical models and assessments that identify trends, evaluate outcomes, and inform actionable recommendations.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex energy-sector challenges using quantitative, policy, and operational perspectives.
  • Manage multiple concurrent analytical efforts by working with stakeholders to establish priorities, define methodologies, evaluate assumptions and constraints, and communicate timelines and findings.
  • Leverage modern data platforms, analytical technologies, and automation techniques to efficiently collect, manage, analyze, and interpret large and complex datasets.
  • Prepare technical memoranda, presentations, analytical products, and other client deliverables that communicate complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Brief senior client leadership on analytical results, emerging trends, strategic considerations, and recommendations.


What You Will Need:

  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
  • Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
  • Three (3) to Five(5) years of relevant professional experience in energy-sector analysis, quantitative modeling, economics, policy analysis, program evaluation, or related fields.
  • Knowledge of energy systems, infrastructure, markets, policy, or other topics relevant to the energy sector.
  • Experience applying quantitative methods and analytical frameworks to solve complex business, policy, or operational challenges.
  • Demonstrated experience leveraging modern analytical tools, programming languages, and data platforms to develop models, evaluate data, and generate actionable insights from large and complex datasets.
  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail, well organized, and able to self-prioritize multiple activities.
  • Ability to communicate complex energy concepts and analytical findings to executive-level leadership in a clear and concise manner.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • This hybrid position requires up to 3-5 days at the Client's office in Washington, DC.
  • This hybrid position is open to candidates who will reside within 50 miles of Washington, DC.


What Would Be Nice to Have:

  • Previous experience working at an RTO/ISO, utility, Public Utility Commission, federal agency, or comparable organization.
  • Experience researching energy or data center development and/or permitting challenges and processes is preferred.
  • Advanced degree in Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Data Science, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field.
  • Experience applying programming languages and analytical tools to support quantitative modeling, data analysis, and decision-making.
  • Experience working with modern cloud-based analytics, data warehouse, or data lakehouse platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, Azure, AWS, or similar environments).
  • Experience with GIS software for geospatial analysis.
  • Demonstrated interest in learning and applying emerging analytical technologies, including AI-enabled tools and automation capabilities.
  • Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.


The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What 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


About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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8,000 employees
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Founded
2018

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