Manager of Corporate Development

Job Summary

TransTech and its principal owner, Bridge Industries (bridgeind.com), are seeking a Manager of Corporate Development to play a key role in executing TransTech’s acquisition and growth strategy. The Manager of Corporate Development will play an important role in executing TransTech’s long-term growth strategy. This position sits at the center of evaluating and executing acquisitions that expand the company’s capabilities, strengthen its market position, and drive long-term value creation.

Responsibilities

• Play a leading role in the execution of TransTech’s acquisition strategy from initial evaluation through closing, including participation in structuring, negotiations, and coordination with internal teams and external advisors.
• Evaluate potential acquisitions through detailed financial analysis including valuation, return metrics, and scenario modeling.
• Develop and maintain valuation metrics, industry research, and competitive market intelligence to support broader corporate strategy, leadership decisions and capital allocation.
• Manage cross-functional diligence timelines and processes across finance, operations, HR, legal, and external advisors to ensure efficient and thorough evaluation of potential acquisitions.
• Lead the preparation of investment memoranda, presentations, and analysis used by senior leadership and the Board of Directors to evaluate strategic opportunities.
• Build and maintain a proactive pipeline of acquisition opportunities, including identifying and tracking priority targets across TransTech’s business units.
• Support outreach and relationship development with potential acquisition targets, intermediaries, and industry advisors.
• Support Bridge Industries in identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities by helping screen potential investments and conduct initial financial and strategic analysis.

Competencies

• Strong business judgment and ability to assess strategic fit and long-term value creation opportunities.
• Self-starter with strong ownership mentality and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Experience working with virtual data rooms and managing diligence documentation.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Phenomenal attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–7 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or other M&A-oriented finance roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.

Benefits

• Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
• 401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
• Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
• HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
• Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
• Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
• Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days
• Time Off: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

Schedule

Flexible (Cleveland, Charlotte or Houston preferred)

Pay

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.