The President & CEO is the leader for innovative construction industry solutions in Texas Coastal Bend Rio Grande Valley. The President & CEO is responsible for the management of the organization’s resources, including personnel, finances, and programs to ensure the organization meets its mission and goals. The position requires a strong background in business operations, financial management and program management. The President & CEO must possess excellent leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. A passion for the organization’s mission and a commitment to the merit shop philosophy are essential.

JOB OVERVIEW

 Founded in 1950, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national association with 68 chapters representing over 22,000 merit shop construction and construction-related firms with nearly two million employees. ABC Coastal Bend Rio Grande Valley membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors of the industry. ABC promotes free enterprise in the construction industry and this fundamental belief is core to all we do.

The ABC Coastal Bend Rio Grande Valley chapter was formed in 1982 and covers the areas around the Coastal Bend and the Rio Grande Valley. Current membership stands around 160 members.

The President & CEO provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure that the mission, goals and objectives of the Chapter are achieved in an efficient and cost-effective manner. In collaboration with, and under the direction set forth by the board of directors, provides hands- on management of all areas of the Chapter including membership value and development, employee relations and development, finance and accounting, internal and external communication, technology, and political, government and public relations. As the spokesperson and face of the Chapter, professionally represents the Chapter before both internal and external groups to also include local, state and national industry related organizations.  Specific job duties, Chapter guidelines, policies and procedures are to be provided upon successful candidate screening. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

 Board and Association Relations

• Plays the lead role in the implementation of the Chapters strategic plan with the staff. Monitors progress of the objectives delegated to key staff to ensure completion.
• Engages and communicates regularly with the Board of Directors to keep them apprised of progress toward established goals. Provides board with sufficient internal, economic, legislative and industry updates as well as structure to enable them to make sound decisions for the Chapter.
• Researches, proposes and implements changes to policies, by-laws, and programs approved by the Board of Directors that will improve the financial or value position of the Chapter.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with Chapter Officers, committees, task forces, trusts, etc.

Internal Relations

• Works in conjunction with the Executive Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee to develop annual budget to continuous financial stability. Collaborates with Treasurer to assess and improve the financial status of the Chapter. In addition to the approval of the Chair of the Board, authorizes all invoices, financials statements, expenses, agreements and contracts in accordance with Chapter guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Ensures and manages process for collection of membership dues.
• Leads the human resource’s function. Recruits, hires, trains, engages, promotes, coaches, evaluates performances, develops and terminates staff in accordance with Chapter guidelines, policies, procedures and all federal and state labor laws. Evaluates current competencies and performance measures to develop an effective team. Responsible for overseeing and budgeting for all compensation and benefits.
• Champions an exceptional member service culture by providing staff with the training, technology, equipment, facilities, and support to provide cooperative and efficient solutions to members. Proposes recommendations for improvement or purchase to the Board and implements in accordance with Chapter guidelines, policies and procedures.

Member Relations

• Responsible for membership growth and retention by providing value and enhanced services to Chapter. Uses various mediums to communicate and drive the value proposition to membership. Reaches out to members to cultivate relationships that improve member satisfaction.
• Proposes, coordinates and presents high-quality and relevant content to membership events and activities to cultivate member competencies. Researches legislation, data and trends in the industry and interprets implication to members. Recommends best practices.

External Relations

• Networks with ABC National/ABC Texas, monitors and/or participates in other industry associations, commissions, professional networks, local/state/national government agencies, legislative bodies, to monitor economic, government, industry and public and private sector activities. Maintains contact with personnel to educate and garner support for industry initiatives impacting Chapter and its members.
• Takes a lead role in construction industry advocacy issues.
• May be involved in political campaigns, political action committees and fundraising.

Specialized Skills:

• Proven experience in managing a budget and staff in a complex association and a demonstrated ability to both lead and build the capabilities of a diverse team.
• Experience with nonprofit organizations, public and private funding sources, training and education institutions, various community stakeholders and other public decision-making bodies.
• Experience nurturing strategic local, state and federal government agency and elected official relationships.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field, with 7–10 years of experience in association management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Financial Management: Demonstrated knowledge in financial management and the ability to communicate and present financial statements, forecasts and concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Leadership experience: Has a track record of successfully leading teams and managing complex operations. Has a strong sense of urgency and situational awareness and exceptional interpersonal skills. Experience as a senior manager or executive in a non-profit or business organization is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to organize and motivate groups, problem-solving skills, project design and development.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, funders, community partners, board members and elected officials.
• Experience working with Boards of Directors/Board Committees, managing Board relations and coordinating committee activities.
• Ability to demonstrate and earn trust with board and staff; reflected to others as a visionary, balancing “big picture thinking” with attention to detail.
• Passion for the mission: Must have a strong commitment to the organization’s mission and values, with a desire to make a positive impact on the community.
• Managerial skills: Has experience in policy and program development and implementation, personnel management, organization analysis, and budget and finance management. Has strong organizational skills, high attention to detail to ensure accuracy, great problem solving and time management skills.
• Construction experience: Has experience first-hand or peripheral knowledge of the industry with an interest and desire to keep up with industry trends in safety, innovation and training.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

To achieve our mission, we hire energetic and passionate, driven and dedicated individuals who possess the following skills:

• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Success in leading, mentoring, and developing high performing teams.
• Professional demeanor, presentation of self and the organization.
• Ability to organize and manage several priorities simultaneously while working under pressure and deadlines.
• Organizational awareness & resourcefulness - understanding of whom to engage and how to engage to identify solutions & resolve issues.
• Ability to take ownership of a process and to use problem solving skills to resolve issues.
• Demonstrates the highest level of personal and ethical standards.
• Ability to follow Chapter guidelines, policies and procedures in daily tasks internally and externally.
• Strong computer skills including word processing, database management, electronic mail, spreadsheets, etc.
• Strongly encouraged to have a personal and work mission statement.

About ABC Texas Coastal Bend

Founded in 1950, ABC is a national association with 67 chapters representing more than 23,000 merit shop construction and construction-related firms. ABC’s membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors of the industry. At ABC, we all share a primary purpose to advance the merit shop construction philosophy, which encourages open competition and a free enterprise approach that awards contracts based solely on merit, regardless of labor affiliation. In addition to this primary purpose, our objectives include leading the industry in safety and total human health, developing the workforce of the future, helping workers achieve their career dreams, building trust in the industry brand/image with the public, and being the expert construction industry go to resource.

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