Hiring: Director, Portfolio Manager - Project Finance and Infrastructure Company: Huntington Commercial Bank Location: Columbus, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 17:56:32 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords: Project Finance, Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Power, Underwriting, Portfolio Management, Credit Analysis, Financial Modeling, Cash Flow Analysis, Due Diligence, P3, Public Private Partnership, Power Purchase Agreement, O&M, Risk Rating, Structured Finance, Deal Execution, Legal Documentation, Watchlist Management Experience: - 7+ years of experience in one or a combination of the following: underwriting, credit, or portfolio management in Project Finance for the power and renewables sector - Competence in Financial Modeling - Experience working in a regulated financial institution setting - Demonstrated strong understanding of organizational lending and portfolio management policies and objectives - Advanced deal execution and/or project management skills — ability to manage more than one client/major initiative - Experience with training, mentoring, and performance review processes for junior team members Required Skills: - Execute high-quality underwritings, refinancings, and amendments, including extensive due diligence, recommendations around structure, pricing, and capital allocation - Apply credit policy to develop solutions that meet client needs while maintaining appropriate risk acceptance criteria - Provide independent, in-depth analysis of financial statements, valuation, projections including stress tests, industry and competitive dynamics, business plans, and key risks and mitigants - Manage a portfolio of clients and own the overall quality and on-time completion of all annual reviews, renewals, amendments/waivers, ancillary credit product approvals, and quarterly risk ratings - Maintain knowledge mastery of each client, the segment of the energy industry in which it operates, and the competitive environment within the industry - Produce recommendations around active portfolio management solutions to minimize credit losses and effectively manage and present watchlist clients - Negotiate and ensure legal documentation related to credit events incorporates terms and conditions as approved in strict accordance with all elements reflected in credit package/closing memo - Coordinate and communicate with internal/external counsel - Deliver solid credit analyses and risk rating recommendations - Demonstrate a high level of critical thinking skills, maintain attention to detail and an understanding of the big picture, and communicate effectively both internally and externally - Strong knowledge and understanding of corporate banking credits, cash flow analysis, and underwriting guidelines - In-depth knowledge of the US Project Finance industry - Ability to thoroughly analyze credits on an independent basis and communicate findings in a concise manner - Ability to create and deliver professional presentations - Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy - Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills - Detailed knowledge of renewable energy project design, functioning, and operations & maintenance (O&M), power purchase agreement, and a strong understanding of renewable energy project finance Qualifications: - Bachelors degree preferably in finance, economics, or accounting with high academic achievement - MBA, CFA (or progressing to the Charter), or CPA is desirable - Senior position requiring leadership in managing all aspects of due diligence in credit underwriting, financial modeling, approval, execution, and documentation - Responsible for post-closing operational and contractual activities and safeguarding the operational and financial performance of renewable energy projects financed by HNB - Directors will be assigned to a larger portfolio with more complex names (lead clients, leveraged profiles, high-touch or sensitive relationships, more challenging financings) - Actively involved in the training and mentoring of Associate Directors, Associates, and Analysts Compensation: - $93,000 - $217,000 Annual Salary - Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education - Eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan - Benefits include health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!