The Opportunity We are seeking a
Principal Consultant Project Manager - Utility Return on Equity & Cost of Capital - to manage complex utility consulting engagements. This role is designed for an experienced professional who has in-depth experience with Return on Equity or Cost of Capital analyses and is ready to take the next step in their career, managing both project engagements and employee teams.
This is a visible, client-facing leadership role, shaping regulatory strategy and managing project engagements.
*This is a hybrid role, with three days per week in-office in our Washington, DC location and two days per week working remotely.*
What You Will Do As a Principal Consultant Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing most aspects of various client engagements • including communicating with clients on project scope project updates, working within budgets, delegating work to colleagues, and ensuring all deliverables are client-ready and free from any errors. Additional duties include:
Return on Equity & Cost-of-Capital Practice Area Management - Manage and review cost-of-capital and return on equity analyses for electric transmission and/or natural gas pipeline clients.
- Advise clients on rate filings, compliance filings, settlements, and contested proceedings.
Written Testimony & Prudence Matters - Contribute to producing ROE and Cost of Capital documents including preparation and defense of written testimony, exhibits, workpapers, and discovery responses.
- Support litigation strategy in close coordination with internal teams, external counsel, and client leadership.
- Participate in hearings, settlement negotiations, and technical conferences.
Client & Practice Management - Manage multi-disciplinary consulting teams and complex engagements from scoping through final deliverables.
- Act as a trusted advisor to utility executives on various topics.
- Contribute to business development opportunities by leveraging professional relationships, regulatory credibility, and expert reputation.
- Help shape and evolve Concentric's ROE and Cost of Capital offerings, including mentoring junior staff and strengthening analytical standards.
What Success Looks Like Successful candidates in this role are known for:
- Clear, defensible analysis that stands up under cross-examination.
- The judgment to balance technical rigor with regulatory strategy.
- Comfort operating in high-stakes, adversarial settings.
- The ability to translate complex concepts for senior decision-makers.
- A reputation for integrity, credibility, and professionalism with regulators, clients, and peers.
Ideal Candidate Profile Required Experience - 10+ years of experience in ROE and Cost of Capital matters, gained through:
- Consulting,
- An investor-owned utility,
- A regulatory agency (including former FERC or state commissions staff), and/or
- A Big 4 or similar professional services firm.
- Demonstrated experience managing ROE and Cost of Capital analyses for electric transmission and/or natural gas pipelines.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience presenting complex positions to regulators, attorneys, and senior executives.
Education - Bachelor's degree required (Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or similar preferred).
- Master's degree, MBA, or PhD strongly preferred.
Additional Expectations - Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively in team environments.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and professional judgment.
- Willingness to travel for hearings, client meetings, and regulatory proceedings (U.S. and Canada).
Compensation & Ownership - Base salary range: $167,500 - $212,700, depending on level and experience, plus annual incentive compensation bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Account with company seeding, extensive paid time off programs, tuition reimbursement and a focus on learning, development and training for continual career growth.
- Opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee-owned firm and participate directly in Concentric's long-term success.
Culture & Values Concentric offers a
collegial, high-performing environment where expertise is respected, collaboration is expected, and professionals are trusted to lead. We value diversity of background and perspective and are committed to equal opportunity in all employment practices.
How to Apply Interested candidates should apply online with their resume.
Writing samples and testimony excerpts may be requested as part of the evaluation process.
