Mario Pelaez

Profile and summary of experience

Civil Engineer, MBA, and CP3P-certified PPP professional. He possesses a senior track record in Deal Advisory, with experience in M&A, valuation, and project finance—particularly within the infrastructure, energy, and transport sectors.

Throughout his career, he has led transaction origination, structuring, and execution processes for corporate clients, institutional investors, public entities, and financiers. Key highlights of his experience include the financial structuring of a metro project valued at over USD 4 billion, serving as a financial model auditor for banks, multilateral institutions, and funds across more than 30 financing processes, and the sale of two solar projects valued at over USD 40 million.

His expertise combines financial analysis, contractual structuring, and strategic relationship management with public and private stakeholders, offering a comprehensive view of the transaction lifecycle and a strong focus on value creation.

Education and certifications

• Master in Business Administration, France 2015 – Grenoble Ecole de Management
• Civil Engineer, Colombia 2010 – Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería
• CP3P PPP Professional, 2019 – APMG International