Climate & Environment Full-time

Principal Economist

The Cadmus Group

Posted

May 19, 2026

Location

USA

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$145000+

Mission

What you will drive

  • Lead and guide research, primary and secondary data collection, statistical and micro-econometric data analysis, and reporting tasks for energy utility clients.
  • Mentor project teams, synthesize research findings, and translate results into actionable recommendations.
  • Manage project budgets, planning, staff balancing, and resource management while communicating with clients.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role advances energy efficiency, decarbonization, and demand-side management, helping utilities and governments reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable energy use.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • BA/BS in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or related field with 15-18 years experience; OR MA/MS with 12-15 years; OR PhD with 10+ years.
  • Professional experience with statistical software (R, Python, SAS, or Stata).
  • Familiarity with electricity sector/utility industry and demonstrated experience with inferential statistics and regression analysis.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, vibrant and collaborative work environment, professional growth opportunities. Minimum starting salary $145,000.

About

Inside The Cadmus Group

Cadmus provides technology-empowered advisory and implementation services to government, commercial, and private organizations worldwide, helping clients achieve transformative goals in energy, environment, and society.