Engagement Manager (Energy & Power)

FMI; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel up to 50%

Job summary

FMI Consulting is seeking a high-energy Engagement Manager to join its Energy & Power team. This full-time role may be based in Denver, Raleigh, Houston, Tampa, or remote, with up to 50% travel to client sites.

You will lead internal project teams, coordinate workstreams, define scope with FMI Partners and clients, and drive delivery, communication, and governance while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5–8 years of consulting experience, including at least 3 years in consulting and 2+ years focused on energy and power.
• Direct experience with major capital projects (generation, transmission and distribution, gas transmission, or data centers) preferred.
• Strong program management, executive presence, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal project teams across multiple workstreams, establishing roles and responsibilities, setting direction on deliverables, and monitoring progress.
• Coordinate interdependent workstreams and manage resources across the engagement, mentoring Analysts, Consultants, and Senior Consultants.
• Participate in scoping with FMI Partners and clients to define project scope before and after the workplan.
• Create client communication schedule and lead kickoff meetings, leveraging FMI resources as needed.
• Develop and align client engagement plans based on workplan and scoping observations, securing agreement on the approach.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, FMI’s Client Manager, Partners, and project teams throughout the engagement.
• Drive all aspects of program delivery including timelines, executive presentations, meetings, and deliverables.
• Serve as primary day-to-day client contact, building relationships with executive-level stakeholders.
• Develop understanding of FMI services and connect clients with appropriate resources.
• Support account health, proposals, and business development contributing to renewals and growth.
• Mentor and develop junior team members through leadership and coaching.

Skills

Program management

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Consultative selling

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

MBA preferred

Job description

Description

FMI Consulting is seeking a high-energy, experienced Engagement Manager to join its growing Energy & Power team. FMI partners with leading organizations across the built environment to deliver strategic insights, drive growth, and solve complex business challenges.

Job Type

Full-time

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

This is a full-time opportunity with potential locations in Raleigh, NC; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Tampa, FL; or remote. Travel may reach up to 50%, depending on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal project teams across multiple workstreams, establishing roles and responsibilities, setting direction on key deliverables, communicating program-level milestones, and monitoring work effort and quality across the engagement
• Coordinate interdependent workstreams and manage resources across the engagement, including Analysts, Consultants, and Senior Consultants, while providing ongoing coaching and feedback
• Participate in the scoping process with FMI Partners and clients to help define project scope before and after execution of the workplan contract
• Create the client communication schedule and lead project kickoff meetings, incorporating appropriate FMI internal resources as needed
• Develop and align the client engagement plan based on the workplan, client feedback, and scoping observations, securing agreement on the approach needed to meet both contractual scope and the client’s definition of success
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, FMI’s Client Manager, Partners, project teams, and other internal or external stakeholders throughout the engagement
• Drive all aspects of program delivery, including timelines, executive-level client presentations, meeting facilitation, quality deliverables, and client value realization
• Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact, building trusted relationships and confidently leading conversations and feedback with executive-level stakeholders
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of FMI’s full suite of services and capabilities, recognizing client needs and partnering with FMI leadership to connect clients with appropriate resources
• Actively support account health, proposal development, and business development activities that contribute to contract renewals, extensions, and broader Energy & Power practice growth
• Mentor and develop junior team members through project leadership, delegation, coaching, and participation in internal FMI initiatives and speaking opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field required; master’s or MBA degree preferred
• 5–8 years of consulting experience, including at least 3 years in consulting and 2+ years focused specifically on energy and power
• Direct experience with major capital project management, such as generation, transmission and distribution, gas transmission, or data centers, preferred
• Operational leadership experience within a complex organization, including experience managing individuals and/or cross-functional teams
• Advanced energy and power industry expertise across multiple client engagements, with very strong program management skills and demonstrated executive presence
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and consultative selling skills, including the ability to guide clients through strategic decisions
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, delegate appropriately, develop others, and influence outcomes and behaviors without formal control
• Experience driving change and influencing senior and executive leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, facilitation, and listening skills, with comfort leading conversations and providing feedback to executive-level clients
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and manage multiple deadlines, projects, client needs, and team priorities
• Demonstrated maturity, integrity, and the ability to perform effectively both independently and as a team leader in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision

Benefits

FMI provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, a strong 401(k) plan, PTO, and parental leave.

Equal Opportunity

FMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.

Salary Description

$145,000–$175,000 base salary plus annual bonus