Managing Consultant - Energy Providers

Managing Consultant

Guidehouse is a global consultancy providing advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and public sectors. Guidehouse is purpose-built to serve the national security, financial services, healthcare, energy, and infrastructure industries. The firm delivers technology-enabled and focused solutions that position clients for innovation, resilience, and growth. We help energy providers navigate the most complex transformations of our timedecarbonization, digitalization, and decentralization. Our Energy Providers Practice operates at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operations, delivering innovative solutions that enable utilities to lead in the energy transition.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic Managing Consultant to drive growth and client impact to utility and energy clients in the South Market. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about shaping the future of energy.

Why Join Guidehouse?

• Work on the front lines of the energy transition with a firm known for innovation and impact.
• Collaborate with industry experts and cutting-edge technology teams.
• Accelerate your career in a purpose-driven, high-growth environment.
• Competitive compensation, performance-based rewards, and flexible work arrangements.

What You Will Do:

As a Managing Consultant, you will:

• Lead teams and/or work efforts for strategic consulting engagements for investor-owned utilities and energy providers, from problem definition through solution design and implementation.
• Develop client-ready insights through market research, data analysis, stakeholder interviews, and financial modeling.
• Drive client impact in areas such as decarbonization strategy, grid modernization, customer transformation, and digital operations.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, on-time execution, and strong team collaboration.
• Support business development by contributing to proposals, client pitches, and account growth strategies and developing client relationships.
• Collaborate across Guidehouse practice areas to bring integrated solutions that combine strategy, technology, and operations.
• Mentor junior consultants, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and excellence.

What You Will Need:

• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent resident, due to the nature of client engagements.
• Bachelor's degree AND 5+ years of post-graduation work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field, with a focus on the energy or utilities sector (excluding oil & gas); Or Master's degree AND 3+ years of post-graduation work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field, with a focus on the energy or utilities sector (excluding oil & gas).
• Strong understanding of utility business models, regulatory environments, and transformation drivers.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
• Energy transition and decarbonization strategy
• Customer experience and digital engagement
• Grid modernization and resilience
• IT/OT integration and enterprise platforms
• Proven ability to structure and lead problem-solving efforts, synthesize insights, and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing teams and delivering complex projects.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and data visualization tools.
• Willingness to travel and work in a hybrid client-facing environment.
• Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.

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

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.