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CHAMPAIGN-URBANA AREA JOBS

Champaign County Economic Development Corporation

Director/Sr. Director, Capital Markets

Maverick Pipe

Maverick Pipe

Remote
Posted on Feb 26, 2026

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About Z Modular

Z Modular is redefining multi-family and hospitality development through advanced modular construction and vertically integrated manufacturing. As part of a privately held, family-owned organization with a 150+ year legacy, we combine long-term strategic discipline with entrepreneurial agility.

As we continue scaling our development and manufacturing platform, we are seeking a Director or Senior Director of Capital Markets to manage the ongoing execution of structured financing transactions and support the capital strategy for Z Modular.

Position Overview

The Director / Senior Director – Capital Markets plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing capital strategy across the growing portfolio of real estate developments and potential partnerships with external investors.

This role partners closely with members of Executive Leadership, Strategic Development, Operations, Legal and FP&A teams to structure and execute complex financing transactions, optimize liquidity, and support long-term value creation for Z Modular.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a capital markets leader who thrives in a growth-oriented environment, enjoys solving complex structuring challenges, and operates with executive presence and sound financial judgment.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Structure Strategy & Financial Modeling

  • Support development of enterprise capital strategy aligned with growth objectives

  • Lead execution of approved capital strategies across development projects and operating entities

  • Optimize capital structure through advanced modeling, liquidity forecasting, and leverage analysis

  • Evaluate funding strategies for new developments, acquisitions, and expansion initiatives

  • Perform complex modeling for development opportunities for Z Modular’s real estate pipeline and third-party joint ventures

  • Advise executive leadership on capital allocation, financing alternatives, and risk exposure

Debt & Project Financing

  • Source and negotiate project-specific construction loans, bridge and permanent financing as well as multi-asset facilities

  • Ensure compliance with financial covenants and reporting obligations

  • Prepare lender materials & investor packages, transaction presentations, and detailed financial models

Managing Capital Partner Relationships

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with external lenders, investors, and capital partners

  • Represent Z Modular in financing discussions with professionalism and executive presence

  • Leverage institutional relationships while cultivating new partnerships over time

  • An existing lender network is not required, but relationship-building experience is essential

Risk Management & Market Analysis

  • Monitor liquidity position, debt maturity profiles, and refinancing risk

  • Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis incorporating construction timelines and market dynamics

  • Track capital markets trends and identify opportunistic financing strategies

Strategic Collaboration

  • Partner cross-functionally with Land Acquisition, Strategic Development, Operations, and FP&A to develop models and presentation materials for Executive Leadership

  • Provide well-vetted recommendation to Leadership on land acquisition opportunities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships from a capital structuring perspective

  • Build scalable capital processes to support growth in a private enterprise environment

Qualifications

Experience

  • 10–15+ years of progressive experience in real estate investments, capital markets, corporate finance, structured finance, or investment banking

  • Experience in real estate development, construction finance, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive industries preferred

  • Demonstrated success leading complex modeling for real estate investment transactions and negotiations

  • Experience within private or closely held organizations preferred

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

  • MBA or advanced finance degree preferred

Skills & Competencies

  • Advanced financial modeling and capital structure analysis expertise

  • Strategic thinker able to translate financial complexity into actionable insight

  • Deep understanding of credit agreements, covenant structures, and capital markets dynamics

  • Executive-level communication and negotiation skills

  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary Range: [$180,000 - $230,000]
Final offers will be based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

  • Performance-based annual merit increases

  • Profit-sharing bonus opportunities

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Tuition assistance

  • Paid vacation and holidays

  • Employee loyalty awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.