Strategic Growth & Acquisitions Leader

NextGenEnergyJobs; BLOOMINGTON, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TKDA is seeking a strategic, relationship-focused leader to drive growth-through-acquisition initiatives. You will lead the end-to-end deal process, build a robust pipeline, and partner closely with the CEO to align acquisitions with TKDA’s long-term growth strategy across geographies and service lines.

This role emphasizes market intelligence, due diligence, and integration planning to preserve culture and accelerate value creation for clients, talent, and shareholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, PE, or related fields.
• Experience leading acquisition transactions from sourcing through integration.
• Experience in architecture/engineering/consulting or professional services preferred.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth-through-acquisition strategy identifying opportunities to strengthen services, talent, geographic presence, and client relationships.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of acquisition and partnership opportunities.
• Conduct market mapping, competitive intelligence, and industry research to identify high-potential targets.
• Lead the acquisition process from outreach through closing, including diligence and negotiation support.
• Partner with CEO and executive leadership throughout the deal lifecycle.
• Prepare recommendations and updates for the Board of Directors.
• Build relationships with industry leaders, brokers, and advisors.
• Oversee integration planning to preserve culture and accelerate value creation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

M&A experience

Financial modeling

Negotiation

Due diligence

Relationship building

Board communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

TKDA is seeking a strategic, relationship-focused leader to drive growth-through-acquisition initiatives. You will lead the end-to-end deal process, build a robust pipeline, and partner closely with the CEO to align acquisitions with TKDA’s long-term growth strategy across geographies and service lines.

This role emphasizes market intelligence, due diligence, and integration planning to preserve culture and accelerate value creation for clients, talent, and shareholders.