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 company’s growth strategy by identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities, coordinating due diligence, and supporting post-acquisition integration efforts.
ResponsibilitiesDeal 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. Qualifications Bachelor’s 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 Preferred Qualifications 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.
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