EY-Parthenon - Corporate Finance, EY Infrastructure Advisory, Associate

The opportunity

EY-Parthenon’s unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity.

With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

EY Infrastructure Advisory (EYIA) advises clients on finance, funding, strategy, procurement, project management (execution) and public-private partnerships (PPPs) for large-scale infrastructure projects. Our work spans transportation, public buildings/campuses, renewable power, water and other utilities, communications, and resiliency/flood prevention, and other types of essential infrastructure. EYIA and its professionals are registered with the SEC and MSRB to serve as municipal advisors when we advise state and local government clients. You will have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of challenging strategic engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. EYIA and its professionals are registered with the SEC and MSRB to serve as municipal advisors when we advise state and local government clients.

Your key responsibilities

As an Associate within EY-Parthenon’s Corporate Finance EYIA practice, you will work on project teams, assisting with strategic challenges for C-suite government clients. Associates are expected to continuously learn new skills relevant to different industries, to provide as-required support to our clients, and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team of internal EY professionals and external teaming partners. The role also entails reviewing business plans, scrutinizing financial models, and developing and implementing project plans for effective transaction strategy and execution. Associates are expected to responsibly and effectively leverage AI tools to enhance research, analysis, problem-solving, and overall project delivery.

Skills and attributes for success

• Provide project and program management assistance to clients and project teams on large projects. 
• Assist clients in the development and implementation of strategies to advance large-scale infrastructure and other projects. 
• Perform research, financial analysis and modeling. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of capital project/program funding, financing and delivery mechanisms at the local, state and national levels to support analysis of client projects. 
• Participate in developing strategy, financial, project delivery, business planning, funding, procurement and/or policy analysis and recommendations for clients. 
• Participate in meetings with assigned clients, as well as interested third parties. 
• Contribute to writing and developing key work products, including briefing memoranda, notes, reports, presentations and financial analysis. 
• Assist with market tracking and research, business development, proposal writing and creation of marketing materials. 

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of related work experience; or a graduate degree and some related work experience.
• Proven quantitative analytical capabilities. 
• Outstanding critical thinking skills. 
• Outstanding communication, writing and organizational skills. 
• Intellectually curious with a strong desire to develop professionally in the infrastructure finance, megaproject construction and government policy sectors. 
• You must either reside in or be in a commutable distance to your office location for this position.
• The expectation for this role is in person teaming, at client site or in an EY office, a minimum of 60% of the time or on average 3 days a week over the course of an engagement, project or performance year.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

Ideally, you will have

• Demonstrable enthusiasm and excitement to learn and grow through working on some of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in the U.S.
• Outstanding critical thinking skills with the ability to solve unstructured problems.
• Outstanding communication, writing and organizational skills.
• Intellectually curious with a strong desire to develop professionally in the infrastructure finance, megaproject construction and government policy sectors.
• A strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative research and analysis.
• The ability to assess complex situations and business problems to formulate potential solutions for our clients.
• The ability and the confidence to establish meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Experience in construction/engineering background is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Knowledge of how to leverage AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a high-quality all-round professional skillset. .Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals.

What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.  The base salary range for this job is: 
• • New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $89,400 to $134,000
  • Bay Area California offices – $93,000 to $139,600
  • All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $74,400 to $122,800
• Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.  In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.                                              

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