The M&A Associate will support all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including deal sourcing, due diligence, transaction execution, and portfolio management. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, financial modeling expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. The M&A Associate will play a key role in driving our company’s growth strategy by identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities, coordinating due diligence, and supporting post-acquisition integration efforts.

Deal Sourcing & Market Evaluation Support

• Conduct market research to track industry trends and maintain a database of companies in the engineering space.
• Monitor M&A outreach efforts and evaluate prospects.
• Benchmark the company, acquired entities, and potential targets against industry standards and public market trends.
• Analyze competitor activities and market developments to inform M&A strategy.
• Perform financial modeling and scenario analyses for prospective acquisitions.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of key variables on deal outcomes.

Due Diligence Support

• Perform high-level analyses to project financial and operational outcomes post-acquisition.
• Collaborate with Finance on Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis and EBITDA adjustment calculations.
• Work with various departments to establish synergy targets and coordinate their tracking post-close.
• Support the creation of due diligence memos and maintain an up-to-date M&A process.
• Contribute to "lessons learned" memos to enhance future M&A processes.

Transaction Execution Support

• Collaborate with Integration and Finance teams to refine and improve the M&A process.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
• Implement tools to improve data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Provide analytical support during negotiations and prepare transaction materials.
• Assist in developing integration plans for new acquisitions.

Portfolio Management

• Maintain and enhance the master M&A model, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry best practices.
• Coordinate with Finance to align on budgets, forecasts, and cash flow planning.
• Provide regular reporting on M&A activities, market conditions, and synergy targets post-acquisition.
• Track capitalization table transactions and liaise with Finance for updates on new share issuances.

Ad Hoc Analysis

• Conduct financial and strategic analyses as required.
• Support special projects related to corporate development and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in evaluating divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, or related roles.
• Strong financial modeling and quantitative analysis skills.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities with an understanding of M&A markets and trends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial software.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime as needed. #LI-TJ1

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
• Experience with Carta or similar tools.

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.