Associate

Garney Construction; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans

Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay

Shares of company stock at no cost

401(k) plan with a 3.5% match

Student loan resources

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Free life insurance and disability policy

Counseling sessions with mental health professionals

Consultations with legal and financial professionals

Free wellness programs

50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Job summary

A construction company in Kansas City is seeking an Associate to support Corporate Development initiatives across infrastructure investments. Responsibilities include financial modeling, investment analysis, and transaction support for public-private partnerships. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field and have 2–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical plans and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or management consulting.
• Experience supporting deal execution or transaction processes, including M&A, investments, or financings is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and support execution of corporate M&A transactions.
• Build and maintain transaction-level financial models.
• Conduct financial, commercial, and functional due diligence.
• Prepare investment committee materials and presentations.
• Monitor active investments and prepare portfolio reporting.

Skills

Financial modeling

Investment analysis

Strong analytical thinking

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field

Job description

An Associate position is available at Garney. The Associate supports Garney’s Corporate Development initiatives across the full lifecycle of infrastructure investments and strategic projects. This role is responsible for financial modeling, investment analysis, and transaction execution support related to public-private partnerships (P3s), private development projects, corporate strategy initiatives, and acquisitions.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Evaluate and support the execution of corporate M&A transactions, including acquisitions, minority investments, and strategic partnerships
• Build and maintain transaction-level financial models, including valuation, accretion/dilution, synergies, and scenario analysis
• Conduct and coordinate financial, commercial, and functional due diligence across internal teams and external advisors
• Prepare investment committee materials, transaction memoranda, and executive presentations supporting decision-making
• Evaluate private investment opportunities across growth, infrastructure‑adjacent, and strategic platforms
• Perform underwriting and return analysis, including cash flow modeling, valuation, downside scenarios, and exit sensitivities
• Monitor active investments and prepare quarterly portfolio reporting on performance, risks, and value‑creation initiatives
• Support development, evaluation, and financing of infrastructure and project‑based investments, including P3 and privately financed projects
• Build and maintain project finance models incorporating construction, operations, capital structure, and risk scenarios

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field – Required
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or management consulting – Required (Associate)
• Experience with financial modeling or investment analysis – Required
• Experience supporting deal execution or transaction processes, including M&A, investments, or financings – Preferred
• Strong financial analysis and analytical thinking skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and business information
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• 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

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.