Leadership Consultant

Overview

FMI’s Leadership and Organizational Development Practice is seeking a passionate and collaborative consultant with a strong focus on organizational and leadership development. For more than 65 years, FMI has worked with hundreds of organizations and thousands of leaders to drive lasting change. We are driven by our core purpose to create a better future for the engineering and construction industry by developing exceptional leaders, one at a time.

This role involves designing and delivering impactful consulting solutions that drive client success. Strong project management skills are essential, as the role requires coordinating multiple workstreams and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery. Key areas of focus include leadership and talent development, succession planning, high-performing team dynamics, organizational effectiveness, and executive advising and coaching.

This is a regular, full-time position based in either our Raleigh, NC or Denver, CO office. Consultants in this role can expect to travel approximately 50%–70% of the time.

*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

• Lead and manage multiple consulting projects simultaneously, ensuring timely progress against milestones and adapting plans as needed to meet client needs.
• Design, prepare, and deliver high-impact leadership development and organizational consulting sessions in a variety of formats, including large and small groups, one-on-one coaching, and virtual environments.
• Facilitate strategic business conversations that drive insight, decision-making, and lasting change for clients.
• Develop and tailor client-facing content and materials, integrating new and existing resources to meet specific client objectives.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through proactive communication, responsiveness, and thoughtful follow-up.
• Lead and support project teams, creating a collaborative, feedback-rich environment that fosters learning, accountability, and performance.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development through knowledge sharing, coaching, and participation in internal learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, Psychology, or a related field required.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in a senior leadership role or consulting position, with a focus on leadership development, organizational development, HR, or related areas.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, with strong project management and organizational skills.
• External consulting experience in leadership development, talent management, organizational development, change management, strategy, or HR strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading and implementing complex organizational initiatives or talent development programs.
• Skilled in assessing, designing, and leading external consulting engagements.
• Experience with group facilitation, training, and public speaking strongly preferred.
• Prior experience leading teams or mentoring others is a plus.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and active listening skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Comfortable working independently in a dynamic, fast paced, and often ambiguous environment.
• Sound judgment and the ability to prioritize effectively while managing competing demands.

Compensation Information:

• Base salary is $119,000 plus bonus.

Benefits:
FMI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid employee medical insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage, as well as additional benefit elections. Our package also includes a competitive 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), and parental leave.

Equal Opportunity:
FMI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.