ICF is seeking a talented Manager/Senior Manager, Energy Markets Consulting to support our growing Energy, Development & Infrastructure (EDI) business. This role is ideal for professionals with 7+ years (Manager) or 10+ years (Senior Manager) of experience in U.S. power markets, energy economics, market forecasting, transaction support, or energy consulting.
As a Manager/Senior Manager, you will lead project teams delivering market analysis, price forecasts, asset valuations, transaction support, and strategic advisory services to a diverse client base including independent power producers, developers, utilities, infrastructure investors, private equity firms, lenders, data center developers, and government agencies. You will be responsible for managing client relationships, overseeing complex analytical engagements, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the continued growth of ICF’s energy business through business development, thought leadership, and innovation.
You will work closely with senior industry leaders and play a significant role in shaping investment and strategic decisions across the evolving energy landscape, including renewable energy, battery storage, conventional generation, transmission, electrification, and large-load growth from data centers and other emerging sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership and Client Delivery
- Lead multi-disciplinary consulting teams in the execution of power market studies, asset valuations, financing and M&A transaction support engagements, and strategic advisory projects.
- Oversee development of long-term energy, capacity, ancillary service, and REC price forecasts across major U.S. power markets.
- Ensure technical quality, commercial relevance, and timely delivery of client-facing work products.
- Review and provide guidance on power market modeling using PROMOD, PSLF, and other analytical tools.
- Present analyses and recommendations to executive-level client audiences.
Client Management and Business Development
- Develop and maintain trusted advisor relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing accounts and emerging market sectors.
- Lead proposal development efforts, including scope definition, pricing, and staffing strategies.
- Support growth initiatives related to energy transition, battery storage, data centers, transmission, and power market investment activity.
- Represent ICF at industry conferences, client meetings, webinars, and other external forums.
Thought Leadership
- Develop deep expertise in power market fundamentals, market design, policy developments, transmission planning, resource adequacy, and emerging technologies.
- Publish white papers, market insights, presentations, and other thought leadership content.
- Contribute to enhancement of ICF's proprietary market forecasting models, databases, and analytical capabilities.
Staff Leadership and Mentorship
- Mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants and analysts.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance development activities.
- Foster collaboration across market regions and technical disciplines.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Operations Research, Mathematics, Energy Systems, or a related quantitative field.
- Manager: 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Senior Manager: 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more major U.S. power markets including ERCOT, PJM, NYISO, ISO-NE, MISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, or SERC.
- Experience leading consulting engagements, analytical studies, or commercial evaluations related to energy markets.
- Experience managing client relationships and serving as a primary point of contact.
- Demonstrated success supporting business development, proposal efforts, or account growth initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree (Economics, Finance, Engineering, Energy Systems, Operations Research, MBA, or related field).
- Experience with PROMOD®, PSLF, PLEXOS, Aurora, or similar market simulation tools.
- Understanding of project finance, M&A transactions, asset valuation, or investment decision support within the energy sector.
- Experience evaluating renewable energy, battery storage, transmission, and large-load opportunities.
- Experience using AI-enabled tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, generative AI platforms, machine learning applications, and advanced analytics tools) to improve productivity, automate workflows, and accelerate research.
- Proficiency with Python, R, SQL, or other analytical tools.
- Strong financial modeling capabilities.
Professional Skills
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills.
- Strong project management and organizational abilities.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts to executive and non-technical audiences.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on client service and business growth.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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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 or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the 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 full-time employment is:
$98,614.00 - $202,850.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Operations Research, Mathematics, Energy Systems, or related quantitative field.
- Manager: 7+ years of relevant experience; Senior Manager: 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more major U.S. power markets (ERCOT, PJM, NYISO, ISO-NE, MISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC).
- Experience leading consulting engagements, analytical studies, or commercial evaluations related to energy markets.
- Experience managing client relationships and serving as a primary point of contact.
- Demonstrated success supporting business development, proposal efforts, or account growth initiatives.
- Demonstrated leadership, people management, project management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts to executive and non-technical audiences; strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Experience with PROMOD, PSLF, PLEXOS, Aurora, or similar market simulation tools.
- Master's degree (Economics, Finance, Engineering, Energy Systems, Operations Research, MBA)
- Experience with project finance, M&A transactions, asset valuation, or investment decision support.
- Experience evaluating renewable energy, battery storage, transmission, and large-load opportunities.
- Experience using AI-enabled tools (Microsoft Copilot, generative AI, machine learning) to improve productivity.
- Proficiency with Python, R, SQL or other analytical tools; strong financial modeling capabilities.
ICF Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ICF and has not been reviewed or approved by ICF.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with multiple plan options, employer HSA/HRA funding, and company‑paid mental‑health care that includes 10 therapy and 10 coaching sessions annually. These features indicate comprehensive coverage with meaningful mental‑health depth.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑building and caregiving support include 24/7 specialists and reimbursements ($10,000 lifetime for fertility/surrogacy and $5,000 for adoption), alongside inclusive paid parental leave. These resources broaden support for diverse family needs.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) offers immediate vesting with a company match up to 4% when contributing 5%, and an ESPP provides an additional ownership avenue. This structure supports long‑term financial security.
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