Key member of Harrison Street’s open-end infrastructure strategy focusing on originating, executing, and managing investments in infrastructure sectors. Requires 10 years of investment experience.
Responsibilities
Originate, underwrite, and manage principal investments in the infrastructure sector;
Build industry relationships and develop a robust business development pipeline;
Manage relationships with the leadership teams of the portfolio companies and closely monitor the financial performance of the investments;
Lead the negotiation and execution of agreements and other transaction-related documentation;
Manage relationships with investment partners, including the Sponsor/Managing Member and other co-investors, and advisors such as financial, legal, tax, and environmental;
Review and approve capital calls and distributions related to principal investments;
Coordinate with finance and operations with respect to monitoring ongoing investments;
Monitor ongoing financial performance of portfolio companies and oversee the reviews of valuations for portfolio companies;
Monitor and evaluate potential exit alternatives, including public market conditions and potential strategic partners;
Mentor junior staff and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team environment;
Play a lead role in recruiting activities, including sourcing candidates and interviewing prospective hires;
Lead due diligence on opportunities, assessing past and projected financial performance, quality of management teams, investment merits and risks, expected returns, regulatory environment, and industry dynamics;
Meet with company management and review past performance, strategy, outlook, industry issues, and other relevant topics as required;
Build a network of operating/investment partners to identify and operate assets;
Participate in industry conferences focused on infrastructure investing to elevate the firm's network and reputation in the space;
Present investment recommendations based on the results of the team's due diligence and analysis;
Oversee the drafting of principal investment recommendations, outlining potential opportunities and risks;
Present investment and disposition recommendations to the Investment Committee.
Requirements
A minimum of 10 years of experience, with the last five years as a principal investor in private equity or public buy-side investing in the infrastructure sector, including proven “end-to-end” transaction experience.
Proven experience executing successful deals in North America, from inception to include analysis, due diligence, execution, and ongoing monitoring.
Willingness to explore new investment opportunities, with a particular focus on the various infrastructure sectors, including power, renewables, utilities, water, transportation, social, and digital, as well as an intellectual curiosity about the trends and opportunities that will lead to exceptional returns.
Prior responsibility for managing relationships with portfolio companies and other external stakeholders such as investment partners, other co-investors, and advisors.
Proven ability to work collaboratively and manage junior investment professionals.
An undergraduate degree is required. A graduate degree is desirable, but not a requirement.
Benefits
Generous discretionary bonus
Comprehensive range of benefits — including medical, financial, and wellness programs
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