Senior Consultant - NY State Energy

Guidehouse is hiring a Senior Consultant for NY State Energy in Boston, MA. The role involves supporting state energy agencies with challenges in clean energy and infrastructure. Responsibilities include leading project tasks, conducting analyses, developing deliverables, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to business development. Candidates need a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. Travel may be required up to 25%.
Job Family:

Management Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

None



Guidehouse is seeking a Senior Consultant to support state energy agencies, regulators, and other public-sector organizations as they address critical challenges related to clean energy, grid modernization, affordability, infrastructure planning, and program implementation. Senior Consultants lead defined workstreams, develop analyses and deliverables, guide junior team members, and help clients make informed decisions.





What You Will Do:





Client Delivery & Analysis



Lead assigned project tasks or workstreams by coordinating activities, managing priorities, tracking progress, and delivering high-quality work products.
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses related to energy policy, programs, operations, infrastructure, markets, and public-sector investments, translating complex information into actionable findings and recommendations.
Develop client-ready presentations, reports, analyses, and other deliverables that support client goals and decision-making.
Collaborate with project teams, client counterparts, and subcontractors to advance workstream objectives, address risks and issues, and support successful project delivery.
Participate in client meetings, workshops, interviews, and working sessions, communicating effectively with stakeholders and escalating broader project issues as appropriate.




Team Leadership & Collaboration



Build productive working relationships with clients and colleagues through strong communication, preparation, and follow-through.
Provide day-to-day guidance, mentoring, and first-level review for junior team members and subcontractors assigned to the workstream.
Support project administration activities, including schedules, deliverable tracking, action-item management, and project documentation.




Business Development & Practice Contribution



Support proposal development, market research, pursuit activities, and identification of client needs or follow-on opportunities.
Monitor developments in energy policy, funding, regulation, and procurement relevant to clients and priority accounts.
Contribute to thought leadership, knowledge assets, recruiting, onboarding, training, and other practice-building initiatives.




Example Project Areas



Clean energy and decarbonization programs
Grid modernization, reliability, and resilience
Building and transportation electrification
Energy affordability and customer programs
Distributed energy resources and infrastructure planning
Program design, implementation, evaluation, and grants management




What You Will Need:



Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
3+ years of experience in consulting, government, energy, utilities, public policy, sustainability, infrastructure, data analytics, program operations, or a related field
Experience managing assigned workstreams, conducting analysis, and developing client-facing reports, presentations, or other deliverables
Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative consulting environment
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams
Ability to travel as required
No sponsorship is available for this position




What Would Be Nice To Have:



Experience supporting government agencies, public authorities, utilities, regulators, or mission-driven organizations
Familiarity with NYSERDA, NYPA, the New York State Public Service Commission, New York utilities, or related organizationsExperience in
energy, clean energy programs, infrastructure, sustainability, or regulated industries
Experience supporting program implementation, PMOs, grants management, policy analysis, or business-development efforts
Graduate degree and/or relevant professional certification



The annual salary range for this position is $107,000.00-$178,000.00. 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


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