Corporate Development Associate I

Position Summary The Corporate Development Associate works directly alongside the Sr. Director of Corporate Development on financial modeling and strategic initiatives that shape CEC’s growth. CEC is a leader in electrical infrastructure and mission critical systems, with projects at the upper end of its portfolio routinely exceeding $200 million in contract value. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role suited to someone with training in a rigorous analytical environment, such as investment banking, corporate development, or management consulting, who is ready to apply that skill set inside the business.

This role serves as a close partner and thought contributor across a wide range of initiatives, including financial modeling, board and executive-ready materials, and strategic planning. It offers direct exposure to senior leadership and to the full lifecycle of live projects, with early opportunity to take on large project ownership.

Key Responsibilities Build and maintain dynamic financial models to support budgeting, financial analysis, strategic planning, and M&A transactions.

Proactively spotlight and illustrate strategic insights that help drive decisions and refine the Company’s strategic direction.

Support the creation of executive- and board-ready presentation materials.

Collaborate with operations, finance, and executive leadership to analyze performance and identify opportunities.

Contribute to building systems and processes that scale with the company to improve forecasting and data transparency.

Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor benchmarks to inform strategy.

Serve as a key contributor on cross-functional initiatives supporting corporate growth.

Perform other duties as needed to support projects, operations, and the department.

Qualifications2+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, management consulting, or a similar analytical role Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field

Proven experience with financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence

Experience in a high-growth, industrials, infrastructure, or services-oriented business preferred.

Skills & Abilities Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to create compelling, executive-level presentations.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; able to translate data into actionable insights.

High integrity and professionalism

Self-motivated with a bias for action, accountability, and results

Analytical thinker with strong business judgment; comfortable navigating ambiguity

Able to work independently while aligned to broader Company strategy

Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Highly organized and capable of managing multiple fast-moving projects simultaneously

Collaborative and results-driven, comfortable operating in high-visibility settings

Work Environment and Physical Demands This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Requires mobility within an office environment.

Regularly required to talk and hear. Effectively communicate with others both written and orally, including using the telephone.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

The employee may be required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and bend.

May be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Possess good hearing, normal or corrected.

The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The employee may be required to climb stairs.

Must be able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required and night or weekend shifts, as needed.

CEC Facilities, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best-qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.