Operations Consultant

Overview

FMI Corporation is a leading consulting and investment banking firm dedicated to serving companies working within the built environment. FMI’s Performance consulting practice helps construction organizations improve operational performance and profitability, manage risk, and successfully navigate meaningful business transformation.

The Engagement Manager, Operations Transformation is focused on helping large, complex construction organizations transform how work gets done and improve the consistency and effectiveness of execution across critical business functions. These may include project management, project controls, estimating, preconstruction, procurement and supply chain, equipment and fleet management, and field operations. Engagement Managers work alongside senior executives and operational leaders to assess current-state performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and design and implement practical solutions that create measurable and lasting business impact.

This individual will lead consulting engagements and project teams, working closely with clients to translate strategy and recommendations into action and drive meaningful organizational change. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with sound business judgment, a bias for action, and the ability to influence leaders and build alignment across an organization.

In addition to client delivery, the Engagement Manager will contribute to FMI’s thought leadership and share industry insights and perspectives with both small and large audiences.

This full-time opportunity requires 50%- 60% travel and can be based in our office in Denver, Colorado.

All applicants for employment must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executives and operational leaders at leading construction firms to improve business performance, operational effectiveness, and profitability.
• Work collaboratively with FMI consulting teams to design and deliver tailored, industry-leading solutions that address complex business and operational challenges.
• Assess client performance through data analysis, operational diagnostics, stakeholder interviews, and field observations to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate workshops, planning sessions, and leadership discussions that build alignment, commitment, and accountability around performance improvement initiatives.
• Develop, recommend, and help implement transformative solutions that improve consistency of execution, operational discipline, organizational effectiveness, and financial results.
• Support clients through implementation and change adoption efforts to ensure sustainable improvements and measurable business outcomes.
• Contribute to FMI’s thought leadership by developing insights, sharing industry best practices, and presenting to clients and industry audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business/Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree in business (strongly preferred), Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 5-8 years of consulting experience.
• Relevant consulting and/or construction industry experience, with demonstrated exposure to operational improvement, project delivery or business performance initiatives preferred.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to connect operational performance with financial outcomes.
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and structured problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidence facilitating discussions and presenting to executive and operational audiences.
• Demonstrated initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to learn in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Professional maturity, integrity, and the ability to influence others, build relationships, and drive change within complex organizations.
• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment while working effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Minimum compensation for this position is $145K plus annual bonus.

FMI provides a comprehensive benefit package consisting of paid employee medical insurance, life insurance and LT disability, as well as other benefit elections. FMI’s package includes a strong 401(k) plan, PTO, and parental leave benefit.

FMI is an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.