Transactions Manager

Transactions Manager

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The successful candidate will manage technical due diligence engagements for multiple types of assets, including but not limited to conventional generation, oil & gas, transmission, water, and/or renewable energy projects on behalf of lenders and investors; initially serving in a supporting role to a multi-disciplinary team of Independent Engineering and Technical Due Diligence consultants. This is a key role on a team of engineers, consultants, and financial analysts, with the expectation to manage the overall engagement team to collect and analyze data, develop technical assessment reports, conduct site visits, develop and maintain client contacts, and demonstrate overall project management responsibilities.

Managers in this practice generally work on multiple concurrent projects at a given time. This position will report to the transaction solution team within Black & Veatch Infrastructure Advisory.

Demonstrates a solid working knowledge of conventional generation, oil & gas, transmission, water, and/or renewable energy technologies including battery energy storage. Leverages experience with plant engineering and design, inspections, outage assessment, plant and portfolio budget processes, equipment condition assessment, capital project assessments, reliability/availability assessments, conducting field observations, performance assessments, and/or financial analysis and models. Establishes working relationships with team members and management from within the client's organization. Utilizes specialized knowledge to produce moderately complex work products and reports for engagements. Develops applicable knowledge bases by using best practices to redefine tools and techniques. Outlines specific performance measures, targets, and goals to articulate the business case for realized efficiencies or added value. Implements project management capabilities on assigned engagements, including but not limited to managing client expectations, sub-task delegation and work stream resourcing, and risk project management. Demonstrates high quality project execution, including deliverable quality control, scope assessment/feasibility, and issue resolution; contributes to quality review on own engagement. Anticipates challenges, and implements strategies to minimize issues, leveraging team members skills and expertise as appropriate. Builds onto existing tools and capabilities for project delivery, including project artifacts, tools, or processes. Analyze, develop, present, and defend conclusions, recommendations, and implementation plans; Translates analyses into written reports and presentations to clients. Transfers knowledge, capabilities, and skills to improve others' knowledge and skill levels.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience 7+ years experience in a business/consulting environment.

Preferred Qualifications: 7 years of experience in engineering, business, and/or consulting environment within the energy and utility sector with experience in at least one of the following areas: Electric/Power Natural Gas Water Renewable Energy Technologies Conventional Generation Transmission Independent or Lender Engineer Plant experience including engineering design, inspections, outage assessments, budget process, equipment assessments, capital project assessment, reliability/availability assessments, field observations, and/or performance assessments Financial analysis and modeling An engineering degree or other technical degree, as well as financial, economic, or MBA degrees will be considered with relevant experience and qualifications General working knowledge of complete transaction engagements and due diligence lifecycle. Business development capability Advanced technical or industry knowledge, including power generation experience (e.g. plant operations, engineering, consulting, and/or management) Solid working knowledge of conventional generation, oil & gas, transmission, water, and/or renewable energy technologies Demonstrated ability to collaborate Ability to utilize and operate multiple software packages Ability to manage engagements and work streams from initiation to completion.

Salary Plan CST: Consulting Job Grade 017