Join Deloitte's Infrastructure and Financial Advisory team as a Project Finance and Bankability Expert. This role focuses on transforming urban infrastructure concepts into viable, bankable projects. You will play a key part in financial appraisal, structuring, and developing funding strategies for Urban Challenge Fund initiatives in Uttarakhand.

We are seeking an expert to lead the financial appraisal and structuring of Urban Challenge Fund projects. Your responsibilities will include developing lender-grade financial models and contributing to the creation of a bankable project pipeline for Uttarakhand. This is a senior consultant position based in Delhi, with significant client-facing activities in Dehradun.

Lead the financial appraisal and structuring of Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) projects. Develop robust, lender-grade financial models that accurately reflect project cash flows, lifecycle costs, and operational expenditures. Conduct thorough bankability assessments for infrastructure projects to ensure their viability. Structure projects to meet UCF financing requirements, evaluate revenue potential, and analyze cost recovery mechanisms. Recommend project restructuring or alternative funding approaches to enhance bankability. Travel as needed to support project development across Uttarakhand.

A minimum of 7 years of experience in infrastructure project finance, project appraisal, or financial modeling is essential, with at least 3 years specifically focused on public infrastructure or urban projects. Proven experience in preparing lender-grade financial models, including cash flow analysis, lifecycle costing, sensitivity analysis, and financing structures. Demonstrated ability to conduct bankability assessments for at least three infrastructure projects. Strong skills in assessing revenue potential, cost recovery, and recommending project improvements or alternative financing. Experience engaging with financial institutions like HUDCO, banks, or NaBFID is advantageous. Excellent presentation and stakeholder management capabilities are a must. Qualifications include CA, CFA, MBA (Finance), or a postgraduate degree in Finance, Economics, or Infrastructure Finance.