Director of Corporate Development

RMS Energy • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Director of Corporate Development to support the company’s M&A and strategic investment agenda by overseeing the full transaction lifecycle and driving high-impact strategic projects that shape the organization’s long-term direction. In this role, you will work closely with executive leadership and business unit heads, by evaluating and executing acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, partnerships, and capital markets initiatives that support enterprise growth. You will also advance key strategic initiatives beyond M&A, including market analyses, business case development, new business incubation, and support for long-range planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in corporate development, strategy, management consulting, investment banking, M&A, business transformation, or related disciplines, with progressive leadership responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience leading mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, integrations, or large-scale cross-functional business initiatives.
• Strong understanding of transaction lifecycle activities, including due diligence, valuation concepts, integration planning, synergy realization, and post-close performance management.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen to conduct market, industry, and competitive analyses.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills, demonstrating a capacity for managing multiple priorities and driving project success.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills; experience with project management and reporting tools preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 30% throughout the continental USA, reflecting flexibility and commitment to project needs.
• Ability to pass a stringent drug screening and background check.
• Hold a valid and current driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a NETA shop, utility, or industrial electrical contractor environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration planning and execution for acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic investments, ensuring smooth transitions and value realization.
• Develop and manage integration plans, governance structures, milestones, and performance tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional integration activities across operations, finance, HR, IT, legal, and other key functions.
• Support transaction diligence, risk assessment, and post-close readiness planning.
• Track synergy realization, resolve integration issues, and monitor post-close performance.
• Prepare executive presentations, status updates, and decision-support materials for leadership.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitive analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Lead special projects including business cases, partnership evaluations, and growth opportunities.
• Support long-range planning and enterprise prioritization efforts related to transactions and strategic objectives.
• Evaluate internal and external proposals, providing strategic, operational, and financial insights.
• Enhance integration processes, reporting, governance, and project management tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire
• 401(k) with Company Match – Traditional & Roth options + free investment guidance
• Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program – Legal, financial, and mental wellness support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director