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Advice on moving into Infra PE from Infra banking/credit at the VP level
Hey all, wanted to get your thoughts on my situation. Currently a VP at a bank where we invest in infra private credit in core+ and value add infra for our balance sheet. Prior to my current role, my previous experience has been mostly in project finance and financial advisory within the space....
Infra News Sources to have In-house?
Hello all, I recently joined an infra debt house that is relatively new and is very unique. I'm the most junior member on the credit team, which is relatively small overall. One thing that really sucks is because of how new the firm is we don't have any paid or free infra news subscriptions. Are...
HYPE HYPE HYPE
Just locked down a summer VP role at a middle-market infrastructure/renewables fund (most recent fund ~2B) and couldn't be more excited. Especially sweet because I came into my MBA program from a consulting/nonprofit background intent on making a pivot to energy/climate/infra investing and have been...
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Infra/Renewables PE in Chicago
Hi All, I currently work in the renewables space at a large developer in project finance. I'd like to move to the PE side in a few years. I'm frequently contacted by external recruiters for PE associate roles in NYC, but have yet to see a Chicago one. Are there any infra/renewables PE shops in...
Best banks for Infrastructure and Transport?
I'm curious what bank has the most deal flow. I know Raymond James and RBC seem to have some solid deal flow, are there any other big players?
Power & Utilities at EBs
For seasoned bankers / investors currently covering P&U / broader infrastructure verticals, which EBs (if any) are competitive in the space given 0 lending capabilities and non-existent balance sheets? I'm specifically referring to independents like EVR / PJT / CVP / MOE / LAZ / PWP. Would you still...
RBC PU&I Review?
Hi Everyone, Just wondering if anyone has any insight on RBC's PU&I group? I have heard they are pretty good, but also see them posting the analyst role literally every 30 days...What is going on over there? Are people lateralling to better opps after a couple months or are they just flat out...
Houston IB - Non-O&G Exits?
Junior that will be interning at a Houston EB wanting to stay in Houston for my IB stint. I want to know how difficult it is to recruit for PE in energy-related industries like industrials / infrastructure / renewables. Do I have a chance at non-O&G MF PE (NY/SF) coming from a top HOU energy shop?...
Exit multiple / Terminal Value for Operating Solar Project
Hi all, I'm being asked to model the levered and unlevered returns for a Greenfield solar project in LatAm. The project life IRR is easy of course, but I don't know what you all might recommend for how PE funds would look at a project like this in terms of exit multiples - the asset would be fully...
(Infra PE) Brookfield vs EQT/Stonepeak/ISQ/ECP
Hi all, Does anyone know how infra PE like ISQ/Stonepeak/ECP compare to Brookfield in terms of 1) salary, 2) reputation, and 3) growth potential? I know all of these players are top-notch in the infra space, but considering that Brookfield is a Canadian company as opposed to other firms that are...
Moving Around in MF?
Have a potential opportunity for a PM role with MF REPE (Carlyle, Brookfield, Blackstone, etc.), and was just curious if anyone has ever transferred internally into a different vertical (PE, energy, infra, whatever). MFs are obviously huge, but what is the internal networking like and ability to...
Partners Group Super Day
Has anyone done a superday at Partners Group for the financial analyst program? This is a 2-3 year program where you rotate between their different groups for undergrads. What was the format (behaviourals, technicals, case studies)? How many people did you interview with? How did you best prepare?...
PU&I/PE&E First Year Analyst Interview
Hi Everyone, I have an interview coming up with a PU&I/PE&E team for a first year analyst role. I don't really know what to expect from a technical POV, so if someone can help shed light that would be much appreciated. I really want tot land this role because I love the space and its a solid shop,...
Macquarie Capital vs MM Infra PE which one should I choose?
Hi, I would like to seek advice whether I should choose Macquarie Capital (principal investing role) or one of MM Infra PE (Total AUM ~$20-30bn) out of undergrad position. Just to be clear, I don't have offers at any of these places yet. But if I were to choose one of these choices, which career...
IFM Infrastructure (Associate) - Modelling Test
Hi all, have an upcoming modelling test with IFM Investors - Infrastructure Have been told the test will be 2.5hrs in length, so am expecting a pretty standard infra modelling test fare. I have heard it may be a toll road or another core infrastructure asset Was wondering if anybody has taken it...
Top Infrastructure IBD Teams In London 2021
Hi All, I am in the fortunate position to have 2 FT infra IBD offers from banks with a lesser presence in London, with both having a historically strong infrastructure franchise (think 2 offers from the likes of RBC/Nomura/BNPP/Standard Chartered) I have 2 qns about this 1) Should I pick the bank...
DCM to Real Assets PE?
Received an interview request for a DCM from a non-US bank (Europe) that does a fair amount of DCM activity, team seems to cover a lot but could also include project finance and commodity finance lending too. For someone that's ultimately looking at infrastructure PE, would this be a good role to...
Infrastructure / Project Finance Career Path
Hey everyone, After browsing WSO for quite some time, I've noticed that this forum lacks conversation around infrastructure & project finance. I'd like to get the conversation started. If you're in infrastructure, what is your current title, what did you do before and where do you plan to be in the...
Power & Utilities - Top Firms
Hey Everyone, First time poster here, so please excuse if I may have overlooked any past relevant threads. I am in the process of developing a deeper understanding for the IB and Developer opportunities within the Power & Utilities industry. What are the key players within this sector and what is...
Infrastructure PE at MF or top EB (analyst)?
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Difference between Infra PE vs traditional pe modelling
Hi all, I have a modeling exam and interview coming up for an Infra-focused PE. For the purpose of passing the test, I was wondering about the difference between infra PE vs traditional PE modeling exam. I would like to ask how your experience was. What variables/inputs were you given with? From my...
Social Housing, Healthcare & Social Infrastructure
So I've come across a new sector in real estate (read: title) that kind of had me interested. Does anyone have any experience with investing in social housing, healthcare and social infrastructure when it comes to real estate? Would love to understand more about your experience, how you approach an...
From PE to IB?
Hi everyone, I few weeks ago I joined one of the biggest pension funds in Mexico (Over 50bn usd), specifically in the Private Equity division, as an Infrastructure&Energy Analsyt after being 2 years as a market risk analyst in another pension fund, so pretty good job in FO buy side as LP (Limited...
Public Finance best verticals for exit opps
Which verticals within PubFin are best for exits or development of transferrable skills to either PE or traditional IB? I was thinking it would probably be P3, Transportation, or Healthcare given that they might have greater exposure to traditional modeling, but I would appreciate some light shed in...
Buyside Infrastructure Investors: Where are you finding value?
It's a challenging deal environment out there for infrastructure investors. Particularly for credit investors, as borrowers can tap into so many sources of cheap credit: 1. For public companies, since bond markets are rocking there is no interest in a non-recourse financing with an asset manager. 2....
CIBC Power & Infrastructure
Can anyone give some insight into how CIBC does in Power & Infrastructure versus the other banks? I assume they are quite strong within Canada but how are they perceived in the US / globally? How competitive is the group when it comes to buyside placement into top GPs / LPs?
Getting modelling experience
Hi all, Long-time reader, first-time poster from Singapore. Quick summary of my background: Graduated in 2018, and started working for the Infrastructure Advisory team of a Big 4 firm in 2019. It piqued my interest in the infrastructure financing space, but growing in the role was tough, as our team...
Ares Power and Infrastructure
Does anyone have any info on Ares Power and Infrastructure group in regards to their recruiting process, group culture, and comp? Based on what I can find via LinkedIn it seems like they hire externally at both the analyst and associate level from a mix of IB and project finance backgrounds.
Top P&U/Infra/Renewables Groups on the Street?
What are the top-performing Power & Utilities, Infrastructure, Renewables/Green Energy groups on the street? Would appreciate updated takes from 2019-2020+
Joining PE in early 30s - can it be done?
Life worked out in a weird way and I'm looking to get a dual degree with a good MBA (that's the hope at least) in the next few years, with an expected age of graduation around 32 or so. I'm specifically targeting Infra PE firms (independents, pensions, MFs, etc.), and am trying to lateral into a...
Infra firms in Amsterdam?
For all the euro-slinging monkeys on the continent, does anyone know what the infrastructure PE + project finance lending scene is like in Amsterdam? I would imagine ING has a large team for that there. That being said, does anyone know of other firms in the infra space in Amsterdam? Here's what I...
Real Estate vs Power Utilities and Infrastructure industry growth?
Hi everyone, I've gotten experience in real estate at a small investment firm as well as currently interning in Power, Utilities, and Infrastructure investment banking. Having these experiences, I really enjoy both niche industries but as I'm looking into my next year summer and specifically...
Made a mistake in modeling test for an interview. How to tackle it while model review with the interviewer?
Hello everyone, I have been interviewing for a project finance role at a power company. The job description did not ask for specific project / infrastructure finance experience. I did first two rounds which HR and hiring manager. For the third round, they sent a 48 hour case analysis for two solar...
IB Infrastructure Groups with the best exit ops?
There doesn't seem to be a lot of infrastructure topics on WSO, so I was wondering if anyone knew the top groups within the space. Tried back-searching on LinkedIn and I'm still unsure. Thank you!
CAIA to transition to energy infrastructure investing?
Hi, question up front: I am interested in getting into energy infrastructure investing, specifically renewables, hydrogen, power transmission, etc., either on the equity or debt side. I am wondering whether the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) cert is a possible way in as someone from...
Modeling Test - Big 4 Infra?
Hi all, I am late stages in an interview process with a big 4 Infrastructure Advisory team and the interviewer mentioned the next stage will be a 2 hour modelling test then an interview to discuss the analysis/recommendations. I am from Australia and the interviews so far have not been in person due...
CIM Group - Infrastructure Investments
Hey there, I have modelling test coming up for the CIM Groups relatively new infrastructure team - anyone have any experience with this, though it does seem like a relatively new and small group compared to the RE side. Curious as in the first round the guy threw in some CRE-esque questions so...
Modeling Question: Acquisition of Infrastructure Business
I received an interview question that asked about the purchase price of an infrastructure business assuming a target IRR of 15%, max debt to cap of 70%, useful life of 30 years and operating inputs were provided to get to CFADS. The modeling test prompted a debt structure with a 5% cost of debt. The...
Infrastructure Private Equity Case Studies
I have an interview coming up and I was wondering if anyone had any Infrastructure PE case studies that they'd be willing to send me? Am willing to Venmo a few dollars in exchange. Thanks all!
Public Finance IB to Infrastructure Banking/PE?
Hi I will be starting as a full-time analyst at a BB in their Public Finance IB group (firm usually ranked top3 in muni underwriting). I was wondering how I could break into Infrastructure Banking/ PE later on in my career? I know Public Finance and Infrastructure Investing have slight similarities...
Infrastructure Private Equity
I was hoping to hear about some alternative paths to infrastructure private equity outside of the typical 2 year IB analyst window. Does an infrastructure project financing role on the sell-side help make that leap or do you have to sort of hop into an IB associate role along the way? Other thoughts...
Non-Modeling Private Equity Case Study Interviews
Hello all - I have a final round coming up for an infrastructure fund focused on telecom, airports, roads. I have read a lot of posts on modeling type of case studies and am comfortable with those, but can someone provide tips or general idea of how more on-the-spot type of case questions would...
Final Round Question - How to value an infrastructure asset?
Hi All, This is my first post on this site. I appreciate you taking the time to review my question. I have a final round coming up with Macquarie Capital's Infrastructure group and I am looking for guidance on how to answer "How would you value a Wind Farm/Toll Road/Airport/Port/etc.". Does anyone...
Infrastructure PE - Model Test
WSO Team - I am looking to move from a banking role into an infrastructure private equity fund. I have had a few interviews already - nothing too technical - but am being asked to come in and take a modeling test. Does anyone have advice or tips/tricks for an infrastructure related modeling test?...
Macquarie Capital - Energy & Infrastructure Group - Advisory / Principal Investing
Does anyone have insight on MacCap's energy infrastructure group (culture / compensation / exit opportunities etc.)? I know this is their top group and they are strong in the space. Additionally, I know it's a mixture of advisory / IB work along with principal investing - a unique opportunity.
Question: Primer documents on the sources of Debt for Project Finance (Infratructure)
Hello all, I'm interested in finding quality primer level information that describes the various financing options for an infrastructure project. As a CFO/management team think about how to capitalize their assets (let's exclude renewables for now due to the tax equity component), how to think...
Infrastructure DCF/Asset Management Internship Technical Interview Questions
Hi everyone, what should one prepare for an infrastructure asset management interview? I am currently going over DCFs but I'm not sure how in-depth I should know it and how to do a DCF for infrastructure as the forecast should go beyond the standard 5 years....I would really appreciate any help I...
Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking - Infrastructure
Hi All, Has anyone heard anything about this team? Do they do core infra only or more opportunistic investments as well? Any info would be highly appreciated! Best, John
Macquarie Infrastructure Debt Superday Help
Hey Folks, I've just completed a Spring Insight (London) at Macquarie and been fast tracked to a super-day in May for their Infrastructure Debt Group (MIDIS). I found the work and the team super interesting and well-rounded. However my question is how to prepare for such a niche group. Is there some...
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