Operations Consultant | Private Equity Services

Overview

Advises private equity on operational health of built‑environment firms.

Key Responsibilities

• data synthesis
• operational assessment
• methodology design
• project management
• executive engagement
• presentation development

Tasks

-Synthesize and contextualize multiple, and sometimes conflicting, data points to create actionable insights. -Assess and communicate the operational health of target companies, identifying opportunities for organizational development. -Distill critical operational insights from leadership interviews, industry stakeholder perspectives, comparable firm data, and FMI’s 70+ years of experience in the built environment. -Collaborate with principals and partners to analyze and design methodologies that test and implement the financial sponsor’s investment thesis. -Project manage consulting engagements with accelerated timelines, requiring rigorous data analysis and strong collaboration. -Engage directly with executive leadership to deliver findings and recommendations. -Contribute to thought leadership initiatives that advance FMI’s point of view within the industry. -Develop compelling, story-driven presentations and reports that deliver clear strategic insights.

Requirements

• mba
• leadership
• project management
• construction
• consulting
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is not available. -Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, economics, or finance preferred; MBA or equivalent master’s degree from a top-tier accredited institution strongly preferred. -Strong emotional intelligence and a demonstrated track record of professional accomplishment. -Team-oriented, with the ability to support, mentor, and guide early-tenure professionals. -Excellent time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines. -Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to exercise sound judgment in ambiguous situations. -Outstanding written and verbal communication, listening, analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. -Familiarity with the operations, strategies, and best practices of companies serving the built environment (e.g., construction, building, and infrastructure services). -Exceptional project management skills, with proven experience leading teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments. -2–3 years of experience in the built environment or consulting to firms within the industry. Prior experience in field service operations or project management in construction/infrastructure is preferred. Experience in strategy consulting, M&A consulting, private equity, investment banking, or other M&A-related disciplines will also be considered.

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About Fmi

-Headquartered in the Research Triangle (NC), now with offices across key U.S. regions including Denver and Houston. -Delivers both consulting and investment banking: from strategic planning and operations to M&A advisory and financing. -Advises on high-impact projects—civil infrastructure, building products, and large construction firms. -Reports forecast engineering and construction spending trends, reflecting deep industry insight and data-driven analysis. -While focused on mainstream sectors, FMI also has niche expertise in pipeline consulting and facilities services.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must be authorized to work in the u.s.