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SeniorEnergyConsultantDER/DSMBenefitCostAnalysisandValuation

$90–152k Reston, Virginia, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Energy Consultant - DER/DSM Benefit Cost Analysis and Valuation at ICF. Skills: DER valuation, benefit-cost analysis, DSM programs, distributed energy resources. Assist with DER planning efforts, regulatory filings, and associated regulatory support for utilities and government agencies, with a primary focus on DER valuation and benefit-cost analysis.. Apply and adapt benefit-cost analysis frameworks (e. g. , utility cost-effectiveness tests and market value approaches) to evaluate emergi”

What You'll Achieve.

produce compelling results that help solve some of the world’s most challenging problems; improve efficiency, flexibility, decarbonization outcomes, and long-term performance; deliver high-quality client-ready analysis

Industry & Context.

energy
Problems you'll solve

solve problems of diverse scope; quantitative analysis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Economics, Policy or a related field AND 5+ years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy consulting or utilities industry designing DSM programs and performing benefit cost analysis., Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Economics, Policy or a related field AND 3+ years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy consulting or utilities industry designing DSM programs and performing benefit cost analysis., Experience with utility planning, cost-effectiveness analysis, technical resource manuals, engineering calculations, or regulatory support., Experience with distributed energy resources, flexible load management, demand response, electrification, decarbonization, or utility program analytics., Proficiency with Microsoft Office and capability with advanced Excel and quantitative analysis workflows.

Nice to Have

Hands-on experience with benefit-cost analysis, including utility cost-effectiveness tests and economic valuation methods., Understanding of DER program design, utility planning processes, and the utility business model., Familiarity with energy markets and the economic drivers of DER adoption and performance., Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, scenario analysis, and financial or economic modeling., Experience supporting regulatory or public stakeholder processes, including preparation of technical exhibits or supporting documentation., written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for clients., Interest in and ability to contribute to thought leadership on emerging DER technologies, valuation approaches, and market or policy trends., Client-facing experience or demonstrated readiness to engage directly with clients in a professional consulting environment.

What You'll Do.

Assist with DER planning efforts

and associated regulatory support for utilities and government agencies

with a primary focus on DER valuation and benefit-cost analysis.

Apply and adapt benefit-cost analysis frameworks (e. g.

utility cost-effectiveness tests and market value approaches) to evaluate emerging DER programs

and market structures.

Serve as a thought partner and emerging thought leader on how DERs can be valued in evolving contexts

including new program designs

Contribute to leading-edge engagements that assess the market value

and economic implications of DERs such as energy efficiency

and electrification technologies.

and maintain Excel-based analytical and financial models to quantify DER impacts

Analyze large and complex datasets to support DER valuation

and economic analysis.

persuasive technical memoranda

regulatory testimony support materials

Participate and in client meetings

present analytical results

and support client decision-making through clear communication of assumptions

Aspire to be a client-facing consultant and grow to be a project manager

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

work with limited direction; independently lead technical workstreams; strengthen team capability and delivery quality; collaborate with others

Communication Scope

client communication; clear communication of assumptions, methods, and results; written and verbal communication skills; translate technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for clients

Process & Methodology

practical project execution skills, grow to be a project manager

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