Account Director
Guidehouse is seeking to strategically hire a director for each of our Energy Provider's Market teams in the United States.
Charged with overall account growth and client satisfaction, this role of Account Director requires a self-motivated, driven professional with strong sales and business acumen, a proven track record of success in complex solution selling, a solid understanding of Utilities & Energy business operations. Successful candidates will have a passion for execution and delivery excellence.
Responsibilities include :
- Drive growth and client satisfaction in Guidehouse's Energy Providers Practice through crafting, selling, and overseeing delivery of strategic advisory, technology, and risk management consulting engagements, with a primary focus on Investor-Owned Utilities
- Developing / expanding long-term client relationships with key accounts that will lead to repeat business, meeting and exceeding annual sales targets set
- Leading the pursuit and closure of new consulting engagements
- Building deep trusted advisor relationships with key Utility client stakeholders
- Collaborating with senior consulting professionals in our delivery, solutions and technology teams across Guidehouse to cross-sell a broader range of Guidehouse offerings to our Energy Provider clients
- Improving client business performance through benchmarking, process improvement, performance metrics, operating risk assessment, and implementation of continuous improvement principles for clients, including :
- Assessing and guiding the business process and organizational changes required to improve organizational effectiveness
- Building results-oriented business processes, develop and implement long- and short-term strategies, and transition business models for clients
- Providing oversight to project assignments, including development of team, outline of work plan, direction and coordination of technical contributions, and oversee budget and schedule
- Contributing strategic industry, subject matter expertise and thought leadership on project assignments within the business unit or elsewhere within the organization
- Providing coaching and mentoring to junior level staff
- Managing all aspects of client relationships and oversight of engagement delivery
What You Will Need :
US Citizen or US Permanent Resident status required due to client engagement requirementsBachelor's degree in engineering, business or related discipline AND Ten (10+) plus years' management consulting experience within power utilities (excluding Oil & Gas or Telecommunications); Or Master's degree in engineering, business or related discipline AND Eight (8+) plus years' management consulting experience within power utilities (excluding Oil & Gas or Telecommunications)Must have executive level power utilities / commercial energy business experience with a deep background in the energy utility industry, including energy market infrastructure, asset management, regulation, and clean energy trendsDemonstrable experience leading business development initiatives (writing proposals, identifying opportunities to expand the scope, and / or providing additional services) and managing account teams (developing and implementing an account plan and leading account team activities)Full lifecycle solution experience, including strategy, planning, design, implementation (including technology implementation), and operationsReviewing and at times preparing and delivering reports, presentations and other documents for client deliverablesExcellent communication skills and people skillsHigh degree of self-confidence and determinationAdvanced organizational and management skillsAbility to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities and assignments without diminished effectivenessAbility to communicate effectively throughout all levels of an organizationProficiency with spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and slide presentation softwareAbility to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client OfficeAbility to travel as neededMust currently reside in the contiguous United StatesWhat Would Be Nice To Have :
Preference will be given to candidates within reasonable driving distance of an Energy Providers Client Office or respective core Guidehouse Office listedExperience developing and using analytical models and simulationsDemonstrated ability to develop and lead the execution of an account GTM plan in the utilities industryDemonstrates creativity in proposal development / commercial constructionKnowledge and experience with one or more : Infrastructure Resilience, integrating flexible generation and digitalization to improve energy system resilience, Grid OT / IT, AI / ML Technology Modernization solutions, Cybersecurity, Portfolio & Asset ManagementTransmission & Distribution (T&D) experience with a deep background and understanding of infrastructure resiliency trendsTechnology platforms certificationsThe annual salary range for this position is $197,000.00-$328,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental / Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event.