M&A Associate – Construction & Infrastructure

FMI Capital Advisors; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

FMI Corporation invites applications for a first-year Investment Banking Associate within FMI Capital Advisors, based in downtown Raleigh, NC. You will support a high-performing Contractors & Construction Services deal team on multiple M&A transactions, mentor analysts, and develop valuation models and client materials.

The role requires 2+ years in investment banking or related fields, with strong financial modeling, leadership, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related field is required.
• Two or more years in investment banking, PE or corporate development with M&A experience, or MBA with similar background.
• Accounting experience with transaction-focused diligence is acceptable.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with financial modeling and statement analysis.
• Proficiency in valuation methods: DCF, comps and precedent transactions.
• Demonstrated leadership and independent judgment.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support business development for senior bankers, including prospecting and pitch participation.
• Contribute to M&A deal execution: build models, prepare materials, diligence and closing.
• Mentor and manage analysts, review models and client presentations for accuracy.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models (DCF, LBO, merger models) for valuation and structuring.
• Build sector expertise in Energy Transition and engage in industry events and thought leadership.
• Participate in client meetings, prepare materials, and communicate analyses clearly.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

M&A experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance

MBA

Tools

PitchBook

S&P Capital IQ

DealCloud

Job description

FMI Corporation invites applications for a first-year Investment Banking Associate within FMI Capital Advisors, based in downtown Raleigh, NC. You will support a high-performing Contractors & Construction Services deal team on multiple M&A transactions, mentor analysts, and develop valuation models and client materials.

The role requires 2+ years in investment banking or related fields, with strong financial modeling, leadership, and communication skills.