Test Senior Associate

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Job description

Overview:
Who We Are

At Cadmus, we recognize that solving the world's most challenging problems can't be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That's why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Cadmus team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.

Cadmus' mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity and fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and across society, and we strive to maintain an inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.

Join Cadmus. Let's solve the world's most challenging problems together.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years of work experience or Master's degree with 6-8 years of experience in a related field

Undergraduate or graduate degree in STEM, the social sciences, environmental studies, or a related field

Experience managing or leading research or planning projects that include both qualitative and quantitative techniques

Industry experience in market research, energy efficiency, utilities, environmental justice, equity program design and/or evaluation

Project management and/or budget management experience, including the ability to manage deadlines across multiple simultaneous projects

Excellent writing, communication, and critical thinking skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills with high attention to detail

Desire to grow professionally and take on challenging work assignments

Good at determining the needs of different stakeholders and building group consensus

Strong critical thinking and analytical skills

Proficient in MS Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Additional Information:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Permanent Resident or U.S. Citizen.

Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.

The minimum starting salary for this position is $85,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.

We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone's success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.

Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Responsibilities:
What You'll Be Doing

Cadmus seeks an Associate to join its Energy Services Division. Associates are expected to manage and conduct primary and secondary research on behalf of Cadmus' energy clients (primarily utilities and administrators of energy efficiency programs). Associates will be responsible for managing projects, executing research tasks, analyzing the results of market research, and creating written reports on the findings.

Cadmus is looking for an analytical individual who balances strong technical and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The ideal candidate is a problem solver and an analytical leader comfortable working closely with clients to find the right solution. They will have several years of experience in the energy industry and expertise managing complex projects for clients. They will be able to work collaboratively, manage assigned tasks and projects from start to finish with support from an internal team.

Associates should have professional experience in program evaluation, social science research methods, and/or energy efficiency or sustainability. They should also be highly motivated to perform and learn, be able to work collaboratively and independently, manage assigned tasks and projects from start to finish with minimal input from supervisors, and have exceptional written, verbal, and analytical skills. We are looking for candidates with strong market research skills who have demonstrated a commitment to energy justice - the right to accessible and affordable energy services for at-risk populations or underserved communities. The ideal candidate will support Cadmus in offering client solutions that keep equity at the center of clean energy transformation.

Responsibilities:

High-quality management and oversight of Cadmus market research projects (activities include surveys, interviews, focus groups, literature review) including data collection tool development and refinement, survey and interview data analysis, and synthesis of research findings and development of actionable recommendations for client consideration

Project delivery including ensuring all deliverables in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel formats meet Cadmus standards and exceed client expectations

Essential project management activities including budget tracking, invoicing, project planning, staff balancing, and resource management

Nurturing and building existing client relationships as a primary point of contact. Providing clear and consistent communications on projects and raising any concerns or issues

Active communication with and coordination of project teams, providing constructive feedback and managing expectations

Developing detailed reports and presentations of results, findings, methodologies, and data sources, in addition to providing clear, actionable recommendations to clients

Ongoing communication with Cadmus Energy Services leadership and support teams, including accounting, accounts payable, contracts, and operations regarding the health and status of all projects and tasks

Active participation in the ideation and execution of business development activities, including cultivating existing client relationships to expand existing work and supporting Cadmus in creating proposals

Communicate professionally (oral and written) with colleagues and clients, in varying time zones

Provide project management and oversight in close collaboration with project managers and principals to ensure client satisfaction through timely delivery of consulting solutions

Work independently and collaboratively across Cadmus to deliver high-value analytical solutions to clients

Select and apply appropriate analytic methods and solutions to address client questions

Clearly and concisely summarize and communicate project results

Lead or substantially contribute to data analytics and modeling exercises

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