Principal/Utility Regulation and Finance Expert

7 days ago


Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States CRA International Full time
About Charles River Associates

CRA International is a leading consulting firm that offers a unique opportunity for professionals to work with a diverse team of experts and academics. Our firm provides economic, financial, and business analysis to solve complex problems for clients across various industries, including law firms, Fortune 100 companies, and government agencies.

Position Overview

Our Energy Practice at CRA advises clients in the regulated energy space on critical issues affecting their businesses. Our experts are renowned leaders in their areas of specialization, combining decades of experience with top consultancies and in-house roles. We offer clients access to industry insights, enabling them to navigate complexity and achieve competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on utility revenue requirements, cost of capital, cost of service, and rate design
  • Lead project management involving all aspects of utility state and/or federal rate cases and similar docketed proceedings
  • Develop alternative regulation strategies, including performance-based regulation, multi-year rate plans, energy decoupling, and incentive regulatory mechanisms
  • Support transactions involving regulated utilities or infrastructure
  • Provide strategic advisory services for utilities or owners of regulated infrastructure
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant financial/economics/business discipline
  • Master's degree strongly desired
  • Ability to independently manage consulting teams and complex assignments with limited oversight
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior staff
  • Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills
  • Familiarity with ratemaking proceedings, disputes, or other docketed matters
Career Growth and Benefits

CRA offers a comprehensive total rewards program, including a superior benefits package, wellness programming, and in-house immigration support. Our robust skills development programs, including 100 hours of training annually, encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office while also recognizing the value of remote work. We ask that individuals spend 3 to 4 days a week on average working in the office, with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

CRA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AAE) committed to ensuring a fair and consistent hiring process. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment.



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