Manager Project Finance and Infrastructure Advisory - Riyadh

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic professional to drive large-scale infrastructure projects. This role involves advising clients on feasibility, structuring, and financing while ensuring optimal investment strategies. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Public-Private Partnerships and project financing, with a strong analytical background. Join a forward-thinking firm where your expertise will shape innovative solutions in urban infrastructure, renewables, and more. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience in structuring and financing transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in developing and implementing infrastructure strategies.
• Advise on feasibility, structuring, funding, and project management.

Skills

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Project Financing

Financial Modelling

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

MBA

CFA

Engineering Qualification

Job description

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Location: Riyadh

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: May 8, 2025

Requisition ID: 1605776

Your key responsibilities

You will be responsible for assisting clients in the development and implementation of strategies to advance large-scale infrastructure and other projects. You will play a key role in advising on the feasibility, structuring, funding, and closing of financing for infrastructure projects and/or procurements, including contract negotiation and project management.

2 different profiles and skill sets

• Individuals with a good knowledge of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), concessions, and transaction structures. Project Financing knowledge with an understanding of project finance modelling, financing markets, infra procurement, and delivery will be highly valued.
• Individuals with deep industry sector experience with a track record in - (a) Value Frameworks which ensure investments are targeted in the right areas; ensuring an optimal balance of expenditure across key asset classes, enhancements, renewals, maintenance, and operations (b) Innovation Programmes, leading to adoption and embedment of innovative tools, optimized processes, and agile strategies for Portfolio Asset Management.

Priority focus areas include Renewables, Water, Rail & Road, Logistics, Urban Infrastructure, Sports & Events.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A professional qualification (MBA and/or CFA) is preferred; an engineering qualification would be an advantage.
• Directly relevant work experience on large-scale infrastructure projects of approximately 6-8 years for Managers, with experience on large-scale infrastructure projects. Total overall experience is often more.
• Experience in a top-tier advisory firm, infrastructure service provider, developer, bank, relevant government agency, or other relevant sector experience.
• Experience in structuring and financing transactions and/or procurements and the commercial aspects of relevant project documents.
• Proven quantitative analytical capabilities and financial modelling experience are preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort presenting to senior client personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.

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