The President serves as the chief executive of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Texas Gulf Coast Chapter. This position is directly responsible for developing and executing the strategic vision of the organization, ensuring its growth, sustainability, and alignment with the mission and values of ABC. The President recommends and participates in the formulation of new policies and implements policies approved by the Board of Directors. They provide leadership in planning and organizing programs and activities to ensure that the Board's objectives are achieved and members' needs are met. Additionally, the President develops and maintains productive business relationships with the Board of Directors, committee chairs, staff, other ABC chapters, ABC National, and legislative organizations affecting the industrial construction industry.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute a cohesive strategic plan that aligns with the chapter's mission and objectives.
Anticipate industry trends and build consensus around policy positions.
Align strategies with the ABC Association-Wide Strategic Plan in collaboration with national leadership.
Membership Growth and Retention
Drive membership growth and retention by delivering a compelling value proposition.
Develop and promote services and programs to enhance member value.
Engage with members to assess needs, improve satisfaction, and encourage participation in chapter activities.
Implement membership recruitment and retention strategies, including membership drives and promotional campaigns.
Financial Management
Maintain overall fiscal control of the chapter's finances.
Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Treasurer and Budget & Finance Committee.
Ensure proper bookkeeping and accounting practices are followed.
Provide regular financial reports to the Board of Directors.
Team Leadership and Administration
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
Oversee all staff functions, including recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, and, if necessary, terminating staff.
Foster a positive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
Ensure compliance with chapter bylaws, policies, applicable laws, and best practices.
Advocacy and External Relations
Serve as the primary spokesperson for the chapter, promoting the merit shop philosophy and free enterprise system.
Build and maintain relationships with local, state, and federal officials to influence legislation beneficial to the industry.
Represent the chapter in lobbying efforts, political campaigns, and public policy advocacy.
Network with industry associations, governmental agencies, and community organizations to advance chapter interests.
Board and Committee Engagement
Report to the Chairman of the Board and collaborate closely with the Board of Directors.
Implement Board policies and decisions effectively.
Prepare agendas and materials for Board and committee meetings.
Identify and cultivate potential leaders within the membership for Board and committee roles.
Program Development and Member Services
Develop and implement educational programs to enhance members' professional, educational, and managerial skills.
Oversee craft training programs to ensure the quality of craftsmanship in the industry.
Promote programs to assist members in workforce development, health, and safety.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of leadership, management, and decision-making experience at the executive level, preferably in association management or the construction industry.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the construction industry, the merit shop philosophy, and issues affecting the industry.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a diverse team.
Financial Acumen: Demonstrated experience in financial management, including budgeting and financial reporting.
Advocacy Skills: Experience in political advocacy and serving as a spokesperson on public policy issues.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and engage with diverse stakeholders.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and adapt to changing industry dynamics.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient with office software and industry-related technology solutions.
Founded in 1950, ABC is a national association with 68 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.
Associated Builders and Contractors Texas Gulf Coast was formed in June of 1975 and became a chapter on January 1, 1976 with 100 charter members. Texas Gulf Coast Chapter was formed as a satellite of the Greater Houston Chapter. The chapter’s primary function was to provide education and trainin...g for local contractors and to defend and promote the open shop construction industry
Our contractor members are top performers delivering long lasting projects which showcase excellence in construction. Based on the merit shop philosophy, ABC helps its members develop their people, win work, and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work. ABC’s activities include: Government Representation, Legal Advocacy, Education, Workforce Development, Employee benefits, Information on best practices, Business Development through an online contractor search directory, Recognition through national and chapter awards.
