Job Description
The Associate Director Transmission leads strategic engagements related to electric transmission planning, regulation, and project management for utilities, providing expert guidance, managing cross-functional teams, and driving business growth within the energy consulting sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategy engagements for utilities and transmission businesses.
- Structure and own day-to-day client relationships and project management.
- Coordinate internal and external cross-functional teams in transmission planning, engineering, regulatory, finance, and delivery.
- Develop business cases, prioritize portfolios, and track KPIs related to transmission projects.
- Formulate partnership strategies and organizational structures for transmission initiatives.
- Drive strategic project and thought leadership to support business growth.
- Provide technical expertise in electric transmission, including ISO RTO planning, interconnection, and capital planning.
- Coach and mentor team members, ensuring quality and clarity in deliverables.
- Navigate stakeholder dynamics and facilitate decision-making at senior levels.
Requirements
- Subject matter depth in electric transmission, including ISO RTO transmission planning processes, interconnection and deliverability concepts, corridor right-of-way (ROW) and permitting basics, and capital planning.
- Experience structuring ambiguous problems, choosing appropriate levels of detail, and developing solutions within specified time budgets.
- Ability to anticipate challenges and create plans to mitigate risks during project execution.
- Proven coaching skills to guide team members in answering questions and reviewing results and storylines based on industry experience.
- Executive presence to navigate client stakeholder dynamics, align senior leaders, and drive decisions in high-stakes settings.
- Experience leading strategy engagements for utilities and their transmission businesses, including problem structuring, client leadership, and coordination of internal and external cross-functional teams such as transmission planning, engineering, regulatory, finance, and delivery.
- Strong project management and leadership techniques to independently create and actualize work plans that are efficient and provide guidance to clients.
- Ability to work full-time in a hybrid environment, including working extended hours in front of a computer and conducting meetings virtually or via telephone.
- Availability to travel occasionally, up to 10% of the time.
- Educational background or professional experience demonstrating strong analytical dexterity or policy experience related to energy or electricity industries.
Benefits & Perks
Base salary and bonus commensurate with experience and performance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
401k Retirement plan with corporate match
Flexible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Fitness and wellness stipend
Corporate discounts
Professional development annual stipend
Relocation assistance
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
Mentorship program
Employee referral program
Commuter benefits
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