Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Senior Manager / Director

Alvarez & Marsal; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks Senior Managers and Directors to join its Infrastructure & Capital Projects Advisory practice in Australia. You will lead complex engagements, shape commercial strategies, and oversee major infrastructure transactions across transport, energy, and social sectors.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of relevant experience, strong modelling and PPP expertise, and a track record with government agencies, investors or contractors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure advisory, project finance, or related sectors.
• Proven track record advising on major infrastructure transactions and investments.
• Strong expertise in project finance, PPPs and commercial structuring.
• Experience working with government agencies, investors or contractors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic infrastructure advisory engagements for government and private sector clients.
• Develop commercial strategies and procurement approaches for value for money outcomes.
• Lead funding and financing option assessments including PPPs and concessions.
• Manage end-to-end transaction processes from market sounding to negotiations.
• Build relationships and mentor junior professionals across projects.

Skills

Infrastructure advisory

Project finance

Financial modelling

PPP expertise

Policy engagement

Business development

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Commerce/Finance/Economics/Law/Engineering degree

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work - guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.

Description

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work - guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

As Australia enters a period of unprecedented infrastructure investment, energy transition, industrial development and fiscal reform, we are expanding our Infrastructure & Capital Projects Advisory practice and are seeking exceptional Senior Managers and Directors to join our growing team. This is an opportunity to work alongside market-leading infrastructure advisors and industry leaders on some of Australia's most significant transport, energy, social infrastructure, defence, water and industrial projects.

Unlike traditional consulting firms, A&M empowers senior professionals to act as entrepreneurs, trusted advisors and business builders - combining deep technical expertise with commercial leadership and tangible client impact. Our work spans the full infrastructure lifecycle, including investment strategy and business cases, project financing, Public Private Partnerships (PPPs), alternative financing and delivery models, commercial structuring and procurement, transaction management, capital allocation, infrastructure reform and major project governance.

How You Will Contribute

Lead Strategic Infrastructure Advisory Engagements

• Advise senior government and private sector stakeholders on complex infrastructure investments and capital projects
• Develop commercial strategies, procurement approaches and transaction structures that deliver value for money and positive public outcomes
• Lead the assessment of funding and financing alternatives, including PPPs, concession models and innovative financing structures

Deliver Complex Financial and Commercial Analysis

• Lead the development and review of sophisticated financial models supporting investment decisions, project financing and commercial negotiations
• Evaluate project risks, financing structures and commercial frameworks
• Translate complex technical and financial information into clear, actionable advice for executives, boards and ministers

Manage Major Transactions

• Lead end-to-end transaction processes, including market sounding, procurement, evaluation and commercial negotiations
• Support clients through critical investment and delivery decisions
• Drive outcomes across multidisciplinary project teams

Build and Grow the Business

• Identify and pursue new market opportunities
• Develop trusted relationships across government, infrastructure owners, contractors, investors and financiers
• Lead proposal development, market engagement and business development initiatives
• Contribute to the continued growth of A&M's Infrastructure & Capital Projects platform across Australia

Develop Future Leaders

• Mentor and coach emerging talent
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture
• Help recruit, develop and retain exceptional professionals who will shape the future of the practice

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure advisory, project finance, commercial advisory, government infrastructure delivery, investment banking or related sectors
• Demonstrated experience advising on major infrastructure transactions and investments
• Strong expertise in project finance, financial modelling, PPPs, alternative financing mechanisms and commercial structuring
• Experience working with government agencies, infrastructure owners, investors, financiers or major contractors
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex projects
• Strong business development capability and a desire to contribute to practice growth
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Law, Engineering or a related discipline
• An entrepreneurial mindset, strong commercial instincts and market awareness
• The ability to operate confidently with senior executives and government decision-makers
• A passion for infrastructure and nation-building projects, and a track record of building trusted client relationships

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.