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SeniorConsultantDER/DSMPlanningandDesign(REMOTE)
“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.
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