James Munson

James Munson is a consultant in FMI's strategy practice, where he draws on a background in geotechnical engineering to advise foundations contractors on the strategic and operational challenges specific to their work. His engineering training and years working directly in construction give him firsthand insight into subsurface risk and technical complexity, uniquely positioning him to advise across the many facets of foundation construction. This background allows James to speak the technical language of his clients while framing decisions in terms of business strategy, bridging the gap between field-level engineering realities and boardroom decision-making. James specializes in quantitative analysis of client project data, helping clients turn raw performance data into actionable strategy that supports growth and operational improvement.

Prior to joining FMI, James spent nearly a decade working for large, multinational engineering firms. His experience includes designing foundations for the California High Speed Rail, coastal rehabilitation and flood protection projects sponsored by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, and foundation design and rehabilitation for new and existing earthen dams, along with other foundation applications in the heavy civil industry. His work spanned projects across the United States, the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. James draws on this diverse project background to bring a more complete, technically grounded perspective to the analysis and decision-making he provides clients today.