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SeniorConsultant-DER/DSMPlanningandDesign(REMOTE)
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“Senior Consultant- DER/DSM Planning and Design (REMOTE) at Icf. Skills: DER/DSM Planning and Design, Energy Consulting, Analytics. Lead aspects of program design for DSM/DER portfolios (residential, commercial, and cross-cutting), including measure characterization, segmentation, incentive strategy, delivery models, and KPIs aligned to regulatory filings and cost-effectiveness tests.. Analyze impacts of DER/DSM integration and adoption: translate load flexibility and electrification scenarios in”
What You'll Achieve.
Produce compelling results that help solve some of the world’s most challenging problems.; Develop comprehensive energy strategies and establish sustainable energy programs.; Design, plan, and implement impactful demand side management (DSM) and distributed energy resource (DER) initiatives.; Deliver high-quality products and services.; Achieve personal and professional goals.
Industry & Context.
Innovative analytics; Solve some of the world's most challenging problems; Analytical support; Technical support; Forecasting; Benefit-cost analysis; Scenario building
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in engineering, energy, economics, public policy, data science, or related field., 5+ years of relevant experience in energy consulting/utility programs including DSM program design, DER planning/integration, regulatory support, or program implementation analytics., Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Nice to Have
Master’s degree (MA/MS/MEng) in a related field., Excellent writing and client-facing communication skills., Hands-on experience with analytical tools, including excel and coding-based analytics tools (python and R-based) or equivalent utility analytics proficiency with Excel and at least one of SQL/Python/R plus Power BI or similar BI tooling., Familiarity with DER technologies (heat pumps, water heating, storage, EV/managed charging, DR enablement), valuation (NPV/IRR, ISO market mechanisms), and utility cost–effectiveness; experience engaging with regulators and stakeholders., Experience building program design artifacts (logic models, savings algorithms, segmentation/targeting) and working knowledge of cost-effectiveness tests (e. g. , TRC, UCT)., Demonstrated project and resource experience in proposal development and client relationship support.
What You'll Do.
Lead aspects of program design for DSM/DER portfolios (residential
including measure characterization
and KPIs aligned to regulatory filings and cost-effectiveness tests.
Analyze impacts of DER/DSM integration and adoption: translate load flexibility and electrification scenarios into actionable program and portfolio strategies.
Partner with internal teams to assess program value (including locational value and other value streams) and real-world implementation considerations.
and extend ICF tools for new applications to support forecasting
benefit–cost analysis
and scenario building.
Provide analytical & technical support to implementation teams: calculator/model buildouts
and evaluation support in collaboration with program delivery
and data science teams.
Advise on regulatory strategy: contribute to utility filing development and analysis
stakeholder workshops
and responses to discovery around DSM/DER program portfolios.
Contribute to the development of innovative
and high-quality products and services
typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff.
Support business development: shape pursuits
develop solution approaches
and assist in writing compelling proposals.
Coordinate with practice leads and solution owners.
Co-author reports and other client deliverables
white papers and marketing pieces.
Manage project workstreams: own scope
and client communication.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams.; Engage with clients.; Partner with internal teams to assess program value and implementation considerations.; Provide analytical & technical support to implementation teams in collaboration with program delivery, IT, and data science teams.; Coordinate with practice leads and solution owners.; Work with all levels of staff.
Communication Scope
Client-facing communication skills
Process & Methodology
Manage project workstreams: own scope, schedule, budget, risk/issue logs, and client communication.
Full Job Description
**Senior Consultant, Energy Consulting & Analytics (DER/DSM Planning and Design) ** **Location:** Remote – U.S. **Ready to make a difference?** Ready to make a difference? Then come work for ICF, where we combine passion for our work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results that help solve some of the world’s most challenging problems. In the energy market, ICF helps public- and private-sector clients develop comprehensive energy strategies and establish sustainable energy programs. ICF’s Energy Consulting & Analytics team helps utilities and public agencies design, plan, and implement impactful demand side management (DSM) and distributed energy resource (DER) initiatives. The team is a leader in utility planning, program design, and program implementation analytics for energy efficiency, demand response / load management, electrification, and other DERs. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage with clients, support business development, and manage workstreams and projects as they grow. **Why you will love working here:** * **Quality of life:** Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance * **Investment of the community:** Donation matching, volunteer opportunities * **Investment in you:** Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan * **And many, many more** (Ask your recruiter for more details!) **What you will be doing:** * Lead aspects of program design for DSM/DER portfolios (residential, commercial, and cross-cutting), including measure characterization, segmentation, incentive strategy, delivery models, and KPIs aligned to regulatory filings and cost-effectiveness tests. * Analyze impacts of DER/DSM integration and adoption: translate load flexibility and electrification scenarios into actionable program and portfolio plans; partner with internal teams to assess program value (including locational value and other value streams) and r
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