Structured Finance Partner

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

renewables and energy services

engineering and design

construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is looking to add a Structured Finance Partner to our growing Energy Asset Development division in Seattle, WA. The Structured Finance Director will lead the development of energy asset development solutions into financeable project scopes. This will include utilizing and creating appropriate financial models and coordinating with the technical and sales teams for the required inputs. Additional responsibleness may include:

Financial modeling of projects - leverage financial solutions team to support the creation and building of financial models.

Presenting. Educating and negotiating with clients, helping drive deal strategy and story telling.

Coach, mentor, educate clients on capital stack solutions, inclusive of EaaS financing structures.

Interfacing with 3rd party capital partners on structure and return requirements, developing and presenting investment memos for internal and external stakeholders.

Develop and implement new tools to improve quality and shorten project development time.

Other duties as needed.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

B.S or B.A with major(s) in business, accounting, economics, finance, or engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience required.

Four (4) to Six (6) years of experience in banking, finance, consulting, or financial analysis preferred.

Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial modeling concepts.

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, PowerPoint, Outlook required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.

Transactional experience in 3rd party funded deals (P3, EaaS, ESPC).

Strong knowledge public and private finance structures and mechanisms.

Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities required.

Accounting and balance sheet knowledge.

Able to work well with all levels of internal stakeholders, as well as external customers.

Experience in performance contracting preferred.

Qualities and Characteristics

Strategic and creative mindset: Ability to innovate, strategize, and mitigate foreseen challenges proactively. Candidate thrives in situations with multiple potential outcomes and values opportunities to maximize benefit.

Entrepreneurial desire: Successful candidates will be enthusiastic, highly motivated, and willing to put in extra time and effort when needed.

Time Management: Must be comfortable navigating dynamic and time sensitive scenarios.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

“Building Good” paid community service time

Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University

McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $114,210 - $192,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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