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Current Energy Group is a boutique consulting firm focused on advancing a clean energy transition. Our mission is to empower clients to navigate complexity by providing strategic insights, technical expertise, and tailored economic and policy solutions to shape the future of energy systems.

CEG is seeking a motivated and critical thinker with strong technical, policy analysis, communication, and organizational skills who excels in a dynamic and occasionally fast-paced work environment. 

The Regulatory & Policy Innovation team works with state agencies and other clients who engage in utility proceedings with a focus on ratemaking issues that impact customer rates and the achievement of public policy goals. The Manager will help execute and further develop the alternative regulation and energy policy portfolio for CEG. This includes consulting projects on topics of performance-based regulation, advanced rate design, distribution system market design, and utility system innovation, and other engagements on market strategy and public reports on relevant topics. The Manager will report to the Director of the Regulatory & Policy Innovation team.

Responsibilities

Project Work

• Assist CEG’s consulting practice in executing client projects with a primary focus on utility regulatory reforms and clean energy policy.  
• Assist with project management, including development of work plans, coordination of deliverable development, and communications with clients. 
• Research, policy analysis, and solution development to evaluate regulatory structures and develop insights for practical application in a diverse set of jurisdictions. Conduct independent analysis to assess impacts of different policies. 
• Develop client deliverables: reports, presentations, and formal regulatory filings. Assist with editing, formatting, proofreading, fact-checking, and summarizing comments, reports, and presentations to ensure accuracy and professionalism. 
• Serve as a subject matter expert in one or more areas of utility regulation and clean energy policy, such as performance-based regulation, advanced rate design, DER integration, and utility system innovation. Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership on best practices for regulatory reform and clean energy integration.  
• Help to facilitate the growth and development of one or more new centers of excellence within CEG’s Regulatory & Policy Innovation practice, for example for program design of clean energy innovation systems (“regulatory sandbox”), new regulatory frameworks, or distribution system market design.
• Collaborate with CEG colleagues across practice areas to contribute to other teams’ work, including for example writing or review of testimony, techno-economic analysis, or other research and support.
• Contribute to other activities for growth and success of a small- to midsize consulting company, such as communications and marketing, strategic planning, recruitment and hiring, and professional development of staff.

Project Management

• Lead and manage projects and proposals, including budget oversight, staff coordination, and client relations, with a focus on utility sector regulatory issues. 
• Organize meetings, schedules, and team resources to ensure deadlines are met and client satisfaction is achieved. The Manager will also maintain professional relationships with clients. 
• Oversee and prioritize multiple projects and workstreams at the same time. 
• Write proposals and participate in other business development activities. 

Team Management

• Manage and train staff as both a project manager and staff manager. 
• Act as a critical thinker and decision-maker in addressing challenges and finding solutions. 
• Maintain clear and open communication with the team to ensure alignment on goals, expectations, and updates. 
• Support professional growth by offering guidance, coaching, and training opportunities. 

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Energy and Environmental Policy, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. 
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in consulting, state or federal government, utility regulation, clean energy advocacy, or comparable role. 
• Demonstrated capabilities and track record of success in one or more roles involving policy research, economic analysis, program administration, working group management, and strategy consulting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the policy, regulatory, and market constructs that govern U.S. electricity system and related energy markets, including alternative market constructs for clean energy integration and affordability. Familiarity with international market or regulatory structures, such as Europe or Australia, is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams. 
• Background or experience in technical or legal writing and research. 
• Proficient in multitasking and prioritizing critical tasks while managing conflicting demands under tight deadlines. 
• Experienced in managing and training staff, with a proven ability to delegate tasks effectively within a team. 
• Optional: Experience as a program manager and/or regulatory analyst in a government agency, public finance organization, electric utility, or similar organization. 

A successful candidate does not have to satisfy every requirement listed above. Applying gives the opportunity to be considered.

Salary

$120,000-$150,000

Salary negotiable and will be commensurate with experience. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a performance based incentive bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) (with up to 4% company match)
• Paid Time Off, Sick leave, and Holidays
• Flexible hours, remote work

To apply, please upload your resume, a cover letter, and email a recent writing sample to [email protected].