Underwriter - Energy, Infrastructure, & Project Finance

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Responsibilities

Lead the end‑to‑end underwriting process for energy, infrastructure, and project finance transactions, including loans, tax equity investments, and syndicated facilities.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, internal origination teams, and third‑party providers to obtain all information necessary for a complete and accurate credit assessment.
Develop, analyze, and review complex financial models and projections to evaluate project cash flows, sensitivities, and key risks.
Underwrite and support the ongoing servicing of Shared National Credit (SNC) loans, working alongside agent banks and participating lenders.
Perform independent credit analysis, annual reviews, amendments, waivers, and servicing actions for SNC transactions in accordance with intercreditor agreements and regulatory expectations.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external lender groups to support credit approvals, servicing actions, and portfolio monitoring for SNC exposures.
Review agent bank credit packages, financial models, and reporting to assess ongoing performance and emerging risks within SNC portfolios.
Perform comprehensive credit analysis by reviewing financial statements, project contracts, legal documentation, and third‑party reports to assess project viability through underwriting and closing.
Prepare clear, well‑reasoned credit memoranda for loan committee review, outlining transaction structure, key risks, mitigants, and recommendations.
Conduct market, industry, and company research to support underwriting assumptions and credit conclusions.
Review and interpret complex legal and structured finance documents related to energy, infrastructure, and project finance transactions.
Independently underwrite syndicated loans for both new originations and ongoing servicing actions.
Lead credit analysis for early‑stage development opportunities and complex deal structures.
Take primary responsibility for portfolio underwriting assignments involving multiple common facilities.
Support ongoing portfolio management activities and serve as a subject matter resource for the team.
Review the work of other underwriters for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to credit standards.
Lead and participate in cross‑functional initiatives focused on process improvement, training, and knowledge sharing.
Develop working knowledge of USDA programs and regulations under the OneRD Initiative, with particular emphasis on REAP and B&I eligibility, as applicable to energy and infrastructure projects.
Communicate effectively and professionally across multiple channels with internal teams, clients, and third‑party vendors.
Maintain a positive, professional demeanor when managing deadlines, changes, and transaction challenges.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and evolving business needs.
Demonstrated professionalism and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and related business systems.
Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to apply new information to both current and future decision‑making.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong interest in energy, infrastructure, and project finance transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
Deep understanding of commercial banking credit policies, loan structuring, and cash flow analysis.
Advanced working knowledge of accounting principles, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow analysis.
Demonstrated ability to develop expert‑level proficiency in specialized financial products.