Job Description

CEO and President - Admired Non-Profit Trade Association – Portland Metro

In a world short of skilled hands, mastery becomes wealth. The young people entering the trades today are stepping into one of the biggest generational economic opportunities in decades.

Acumen is partnering with the Associated Builders and Contractors - Pacific Northwest (ABC) to identify their next CEO and President – a dynamic, mission-driven leader who believes in an inclusive contracting philosophy and can unite open-shop contractors, policymakers, and workforce partners around its mission. ABC is also deeply involved in supporting the next generation of builders and contractors through their highly regarded apprenticeship program.

The CEO and President serves as a direct liaison to the Board of Directors, ensuring the delivery of impactful services to members. In this role, the CEO and President actively advances and champions the Board’s initiatives and objectives.

The Associated Builders & Contractors’ national organization has 67 chapters, more than 23,000 members, and represents a wide range of construction firms. The CEO and President will be responsible for leading the PNW chapter.

In addition to their apprenticeship program, they offer ongoing trainings and education in both hard and soft skills. The organization advances mental health and suicide prevention by providing educational programs and resources.

The CEO and President provides strategic leadership for all operational functions of ABC PNW, including stewardship of annual budgets and achievement of year-end financial objectives. In this capacity, the CEO and President fosters the growth and engagement of chapter membership by consistently delivering value and maintaining open, ongoing communication, including state and local lobbying activities to support its mission.

Salary range is $100,000 - $125K with fully paid medical, vision, and dental benefits for the employee, bonus eligibility, and 401K match.

If you:

• Are passionate about maintaining and augmenting the success of a nonprofit association for a close-knit industry of aligned professionals.
• Have demonstrated experience or familiarity with the construction, contracting, building, or related trades sectors - a plus.
• Are an organized and pragmatic leader.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable with public speaking, and being the “face” of the organization.
• Are action-oriented and driven.
• Are aligned with the “open-shop” philosophy of the organization.
• Have experience managing a budget.
• Can think strategically and analytically.
• Are savvy in governmental affairs (a plus).
• Can inspire and empower others.

Then this may be the next great opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Encourage, develop, and promote the building and construction industries.
• Promote confidence and goodwill within the building and construction industries and between these industries and the public.
• Promote and make available to Membership the various programs organized by the National Association.
• Accountable for annual budgets and year-end financial goals.
  • As a not-for-profit organization (503 (c)(6) this position, along with the Executive Committee, is responsible for the financial well-being of the organization.

• One of the primary responsibilities of the CEO and President is the growth and support of the PNW Chapter Membership, which includes maintaining the existing base as well as attracting and retaining new Membership.
• Oversight, development, and implementation of strategic value-added programs. 
  • Programs include apprenticeship, member education, safety, and benefit programs to provide service and value.
• Represent the construction industry in legislative matters, advocating for ABC PNW’s mission and values in ongoing and upcoming policy discussions.
  • Collaborate with the legislative/PAC to review and introduce legislation and promote the Free Enterprise philosophy among local, state, and federal policymakers.
  • Support ABC members in labor relations by facilitating access to specialized legal resources and coordinating with labor attorneys.
• Attend meetings and events according to your schedule of events and commitments. Actively participate in events and activities where you represent ABC.
  • Lead through example, always conduct yourself with integrity and honesty.
• The President is ex officio (non-voting) member of the Association; however, they will attend all committee & task force meetings, and other engagements as requested.

Qualifications:

• 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in senior management or executive roles, preferably within a non-profit, association management, or construction business organization
• 5+ years’ experience managing direct reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is a plus.

Procedure for Applying:

To apply or see our other positions available, please go to Acumen Executive Search to submit a resume and a brief cover letter indicating your interest in the opportunity. If our current open positions are not the right fit for you and you would like us to share relevant opportunities, please send your resume and a brief cover to info@AcumenExecutiveSearch.com. 

About Acumen:

Established in 2007, Acumen Executive Search is a three-time recipient of the Portland Business Journal’s “Most Admired” award and is recognized as the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search Partner in the Pacific Northwest with a global clientele. We deliver high-impact results and higher than the national average retention rates while nurturing genuine long-term relationships. Acumen works shoulder-to-shoulder with our clients to provide customized, meaningful, and proven leadership solutions that empower organizational success.

Keywords:

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