Project Finance Infrastructure Advisory - Executive 1 - Riyadh, Saudi National Only

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Riyadh; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advisory services is seeking professionals to assist clients in the development and implementation of strategies for large-scale infrastructure projects. The role involves advising on project feasibility, funding, and negotiations. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, extensive experience in the sector, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant work experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience in top-tier advisory firms or relevant government agencies.
• Proven quantitative analytical capabilities and financial modelling experience.

Responsibilities

• Aid clients in developing and implementing infrastructure strategies.
• Advise on feasibility, structuring, funding, and closing of infrastructure project financing.
• Engage in contract negotiation and project management.

Skills

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Project Financing

Financial Modelling

Analytical Capabilities

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-solving

Critical Thinking

Organizational Abilities

Education

MBA

CFA

Engineering Qualification

Job description

Location: Riyadh

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: May 22, 2025

Requisition ID: 1492191

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.

Two 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 to ensure investments target 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.

Qualifications

• A professional qualification (MBA and/or CFA) is preferred; an engineering qualification would be an advantage.
• Relevant work experience on large-scale infrastructure projects of approximately 4-6 years for Executives, with overall experience 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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