WSP in the U.S. · 6 days ago
Managing Director, Energy Advisory
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$250K/yr - $350K/yr
15+ years expWSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking a Managing Director for their Energy Advisory Practice. This role involves leading the U.S. Advisory & Planning Business Line’s Energy Advisory Practice, shaping strategies, managing a diverse team, and driving market growth while ensuring exceptional client satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Lead, inspire, and manage a diverse team of technical and strategic consultants and subject matter experts
Foster a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture centered on growth, technical excellence, strategic advisory services and accountability across business lines and global regions
Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to build future leaders
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, demonstrating strong strategic acumen and a seller/doer mindset
Build, cultivate, and expand relationships with utilities, agencies, regulators, developers, and stakeholders across the power and energy ecosystem. Focus on elevating these relationships to executives who are defining strategy for these organizations
Lead pursuit strategies, capture planning, and proposal development that reinforce WSP’s competitive positioning
Oversee delivery of complex advisory consultant engagements across electrification, renewable energy integration, grid modernization, major projects/ programs in transmission, asset management, regulatory strategy, and decarbonization
Ensure project execution meets WSP’s quality standards, adheres to best practices, manages risks, and exceeds client expectations
Monitor project milestones, proactively address challenges, and champion continuous improvement
Develop and execute strategic plans that align with business line goals, regulatory trends, and market conditions
Identify emerging markets, service lines, and opportunities that expand the Energy Advisory practice
Foster innovation by advancing creative, data-driven, and future-ready solutions to complex client challenges
Manage the practice’s full P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, staffing, utilization, and financial reporting to ensure profitability and long-term sustainability
Serve as WSP’s Energy Advisory representative to federal, state, and local agencies, utilities, clients, subcontractors, industry organizations, and community partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
15+ years of experience in the energy industry, including management consulting or advisory roles
Experience in utility management or utility asset management
Advanced expertise in energy project development and implementation with a seller/doer mindset (electrification, renewable integration, asset management, regulatory compliance, and decarbonization strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of renewable energy, generation, transmission development, and utility operations as they relate to power system services
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across levels and functions
Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to foster collaboration across teams, senior management, clients, and partners, including those without direct reporting relationships
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP's health, safety, and anti-harassment policies
Ability to travel as needed
Preferred
Master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering, energy systems, business, policy, or related fields
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP in the U.S.
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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