AltusGroup is seeking a new executive director in advance of the February 2025 retirement of John Carson.
Carson has held the executive director position since July 2012. During his tenure, the organization expanded its geographic footprint into Canada while solidifying its coast-to-coast presence United States, with AltusGroup members now operating 27 manufacturing facilities across North America. In addition to AltusGroup’s flagship CarbonCast technology, Carson continues to coordinate several technology development initiatives intended to streamline the construction process and reduce the carbon footprint of precast enclosure systems.
Position Summary
The Executive Director acts as the chief executive for AltusGroup, Inc., leveraging the collective expertise and resources of member companies to achieve the organization’s mission and objectives. This role demands a leader adept in fostering collaboration, driving collective action, and navigating the dynamics of a member-driven consortium.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership and Vision
- Develop and implement a strategic plan to advance the organization’s mission and objectives, leading to consistent growth and improved profitability for its members.
- Identify and capitalize on new opportunities for innovation and expansion within the precast concrete industry.
- Drive and develop leading-edge advancement in precast systems focused to improved thermal precast performance, lightweight and process innovation.
- Operations Management
- Oversee the organization’s operations to ensure it is fulfilling its strategy and delivering value to members.
- Coordinate the efforts of member companies to ensure successful completion of shared projects and initiatives.
- Financial Management
- Develop and manage the annual budget, ensuring the organization’s financial health and sustainability.
- Lead grants and member donations to capitalize on programs available to help the group reach its goals.
- Partnership Development
- Cultivate strong relationships with member companies, industry suppliers, academics, trade organizations and other key knowledge bodies and stakeholders.
- Facilitate collaboration and co-opetition among member companies to advance industry-wide innovation.
- Marketing and Advocacy
- Champion the organization’s innovations and technologies within the industry, promoting adoption and recognition efforts to enhance the visibility and impact.
- Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization, effectively communicating its achievements and vision to stakeholders and the industry.
- Oversee the organization’s ongoing marketing efforts and ensuring alignment with the strategic plan.
- Team Leadership and Development
- Organize and oversee committees or working groups, comprised of members and partners, to achieve specific goals.
- Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration within the organization.
Qualifications
- Proven leadership and management experience in a senior executive role, preferably in the precast concrete industry or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans that result in measurable growth and innovation, preferably within a similar member-driven organization.
- Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and fundraising.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of stakeholders.
- Exceptional ability to foster collaboration and consensus among diverse stakeholder groups.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
Application Process
Interested individuals should remit documented CVs and resumes with work history and qualification to:
AltusGroup Search Committee Chairman
Joe Bunkers, President
Gage Brothers Industries
2810 N. Bahnson
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Email: [email protected]
