Corporate Development & Strategic Investments Associate

Garney Construction•Kansas City, MO

36d

About The Position

A Corporate Development & Strategic Investments Associate position is available at Garney. The Corporate Development & Strategic Investments Associate supports the company’s strategic growth and capital activities. This role will work across corporate mergers & acquisitions (M&A), venture and growth investments, equity and debt financing for public-private-partnerships (P3), and private development financing projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field
2–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or a related field
Demonstrated experience supporting deal execution across M&A, investments, or financings
Strong financial modeling skills, including valuation methodologies (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions), return analysis (IRR, MOIC), and scenario and sensitivity analysis
Familiarity with capital structures, including equity, mezzanine, and debt; exposure to project finance concepts (DSCR, LLCR) is a plus
Experience in M&A, leveraged finance, or infrastructure/project finance
Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise materials for executive and Investment Committee audiences
Sound analytical judgment with the ability to develop a well-reasoned investment recommendation
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines simultaneously
High degree of discretion in handling confidential financial and business information
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial work product

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction, infrastructure, or project-based industries is a plus

Responsibilities

Work directly with senior leadership to support the evaluation and execution of transactions, including acquisitions, minority operating and passive investments, and strategic partnerships.
Build and maintain financial models across transaction types, including valuation, accretion/dilution, synergy quantification, and entry-multiple sensitivity analysis; underwrite expected return profiles (IRR, MOIC) and downside scenarios for all investment opportunities.
Coordinate financial, commercial, legal, and operational due diligence workstreams across internal teams and external advisors.
Prepare Investment Committee memoranda, deal summaries, and executive presentations supporting decision-making.
Evaluate private investment opportunities across venture capital, growth equity, infrastructure-adjacent, and strategic platforms across M&A, IPO, and secondary exit pathways.
Monitor active investments and prepare quarterly portfolio reporting on performance, risks, and value-creation initiatives; engage with portfolio company management to track performance against investment thesis.
Support development, evaluation, and funding of P3 and privately financed projects; build and maintain project finance models incorporating construction draws, debt service (DSCR, LLCR), and capital structure scenarios; assess equity, mezzanine, and debt structures.
Support post-close integration planning and participate in value creation workstreams alongside operations leadership.

Benefits

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
Student loan resources
Weekly paychecks
Paid time off
8 paid holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
Free life insurance and disability policy
Free access to healthcare coordinators
Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store