The M&A Associate will support all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including deal sourcing, due diligence, transaction execution, and portfolio management. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, financial modeling expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. The M&A Associate will play a key role in driving our companys growth strategy by identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities, coordinating due diligence, and supporting post-acquisition integration efforts.
Deal Sourcing & Market Evaluation Support
- Conduct market research to track industry trends and maintain a database of companies in the engineering space.
- Monitor M&A outreach efforts and evaluate prospects.
- Benchmark the company, acquired entities, and potential targets against industry standards and public market trends.
- Analyze competitor activities and market developments to inform M&A strategy.
- Perform financial modeling and scenario analyses for prospective acquisitions.
- Conduct sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of key variables on deal outcomes.
Due Diligence Support
- Perform high-level analyses to project financial and operational outcomes post-acquisition.
- Collaborate with Finance on Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis and EBITDA adjustment calculations.
- Work with various departments to establish synergy targets and coordinate their tracking post-close.
- Support the creation of due diligence memos and maintain an up-to-date M&A process.
- Contribute to lessons learned memos to enhance future M&A processes.
Transaction Execution Support
- Collaborate with Integration and Finance teams to refine and improve the M&A process.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Implement tools to improve data analysis and reporting capabilities.
- Provide analytical support during negotiations and prepare transaction materials.
- Assist in developing integration plans for new acquisitions.
Portfolio Management
- Maintain and enhance the master M&A model, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry best practices.
- Coordinate with Finance to align on budgets, forecasts, and cash flow planning.
- Provide regular reporting on M&A activities, market conditions, and synergy targets post-acquisition.
- Track capitalization table transactions and liaise with Finance for updates on new share issuances.
Ad Hoc Analysis
- Conduct financial and strategic analyses as required.
- Support special projects related to corporate development and strategic initiatives.
- Assist in evaluating divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic opportunities.
- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, or related roles.
- Strong financial modeling and quantitative analysis skills.
- Excellent research and analytical abilities with an understanding of M&A markets and trends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial software.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime as needed. #LI-TJ1
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
- Experience with Carta or similar tools.
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.