Senior Energy Markets Consultant - Power
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Senior Power Markets Consultant
Location: Reston Virginia
ICF is seeking talented Senior Power Markets Consultant to support our growing team and client base as they plan for the rapidly changing energy world of today and tomorrow. This role is ideal for professionals with 24 years of experience in US power market analysis forecasting or economics.
As an analyst you will be responsible for using detailed power grid models such as PROMOD and PSLF to develop asset proformas and financial projections that will be used to make investment decisions in renewable and conventional power plants. To perform this work you will develop explain and defend power price forecasts write technical reports to communicate findings to clients and build deep expertise in topics affecting US power markets.
You will have a direct and wideranging impact on the strategic and investment decisions of some of the largest and most innovative firms in the market. In this practice area ICFs typical client base includes owners and developers of power plants banks and investors and occasionally government entities and other stakeholders. We are looking for individuals who are intellectually driven and love to challenge themselves and who balance strong analytical skills with excellent communication.
ICFs practice covers all major market areas in the US including ERCOT PJM ISONE NYISO MISO SPP CAISO WECC and SERC with specialized teams serving each region.
Key Responsibilities:
Forecast power prices grid conditions and power plant economics using sophisticated grid modeling software (primarily PROMOD) Excel and Python/R/other programs
Analyze market developments including new technologies new policies and changes in underlying economic conditions for their impacts on the power grid
Present the results of our analysis and market expertise in written reports calls whitepapers and other presentations
Develop deep expertise in topics affecting US power markets including market structure fuels technologies policy and legal structures finance and other market drivers
Collaborate with other consultants and analysts to enhance ICFs offerings and proprietary models and databases and to offer broad integrated solutions for our clients
Support sales and client development efforts with market research proposal development and thought leadership on evolving energy dynamics and themes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Mathematics Economics or a related quantitativefocused field. Candidates majoring in other fields must clearly demonstrate equivalent quantitative aptitude
2 years of work experience in power markets analysis power plant economics price forecasting trading or a related discipline (experience with one of the major market areas in the US: ERCOT PJM ISONE NYISO MISO SPP CAISO WECC and/or SERC)
Preferred Skills:
Masters degree in any of the aforementioned fields or closely related areas
5 years of work experience in power markets analysis power plant economics price forecasting trading or a related discipline (experience with one of the major market areas in the US: ERCOT PJM ISONE NYISO MISO SPP CAISO WECC and/or SERC)
Experience with R Python and/or other coding languages
Candidates with specific experience using ABBs PROMOD model are highly encouraged to apply
Strong capabilities in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel)
Strong written and oral communication skills
Professional Skills:
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work under deadlines in a fastpaced environment
Strong intellectual curiosity and desire to learn beyond what is required for daily tasks
Ability to work independently and make quick decisions when needed
Positive attitude and ability to collaborate effectively with others
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cuttingedge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.
At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether inperson or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on fulltime employment is:
$97699.00 $166088.00Reston VA (VA30Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
