Senior Manager Corporate Development

Description

Your role at GEI.

 GEI seeks a Senior Manager, Corporate Development to help support growth across the organization. This role involves several facets of strategic planning, managing merger and acquisition (M&A) opportunities, managing strategic partnerships, and driving long-term growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate finance, strategic planning, marketing, and business development.

GEI seeks a committed, self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented individual who anticipates issues and thrives on creative, independent problem solving within a rapid, deadline-driven environment. This candidate is driven to not only execute but also network to identify opportunities and build relationships within the company and industry.

This role will be part of GEI’s marketing organization at GEI and will report to GEI’s Vice President of Corporate Development. This position may on occasion support other marketing efforts across the country. As a part of this larger team, there is ample opportunity for mentorship, growth, and teamwork.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

•  Support the development  and execution of a comprehensive Corporate Development strategy in line with the company's objectives.
• Support the development, execution, and monitoring and reporting of GEIs strategic plan.
• Manage the  GEI M&A process  for evaluating and reporting on opportunities, including participating in conducting due diligence, financial modeling, and deal structuring.
• Perform financial analyses that support growth strategies and initiatives across the organization.
• Manage relationships with external partners, stakeholders, and advisors.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management on Corporate Development activities and progress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the feasibility and impact of potential growth initiatives.
• Participate in the integration of acquired entities and ensure alignment with the company's culture and goals.
• Monitor and report on market trends, competitive landscape, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement in Corporate Development processes and practices.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, English or Journalism. MBA or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of marketing experience in the AEC industry. 
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders including senior management.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with financial analysis software.

 We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  

With approximately 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Home Office and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…