Principal Cost of Capital Expert Energy practice
Charles River AssociatesBoston, Massachusetts
Full Time
Posted October 28, 2025
$175k - $250k
Utilities
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Job Description
The role involves providing expert analysis and consulting on the utility cost of capital and ratemaking issues, leading client engagements, testifying in regulatory proceedings, and developing data-driven insights to support energy industry clients in rate cases and market design.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and analyze data related to utility cost of capital and ratemaking issues.
- Lead and manage engagements for updating utility cost of capital in rate case proceedings.
- Serve as an expert witness during regulatory proceedings when necessary.
- Develop and substantiate returns on equity, project capital structures, and create hypothetical capital structures.
- Maintain and develop client relationships, identifying new opportunities and creating value-added products and services.
- Oversee the entire client engagement process from sourcing to final delivery.
- Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to communicate complex findings clearly and accurately.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or Accounting.
- Master's degree and/or CFA designation preferred.
- 10 years of professional experience in an electric and/or natural gas rate design role.
- 5 years of professional experience directly managing or leading the work of others.
- Experience testifying as an expert witness before regulatory commissions.
- Extensive experience managing project teams and clients.
- Demonstrated success in selling client engagements and maintaining these relationships over time.
- Have established relationships with executives and decision makers throughout the utility industry.
- Experience developing, working with, and interpreting complex regulatory and financial models.
- Experience supporting client ROE proposals in regulatory proceedings using models such as single and multi-stage DCF, Risk Premium, and CAPM.
- Excellent presentation skills and writing ability.
- Strong problem solving abilities and resourcefulness.
- Willingness to work well in a team environment and provide mentorship and supervision to junior staff members.
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of $175,000 - $250,000 with potential bonus incentive compensation
Work schedule flexibility with at least 3 to 4 days in the office per week
Work environment perks including collegial atmosphere, formal and informal training, and professional development resources
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and paid parental leave
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers
Work location flexibility with options for remote work
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