President and Chief Executive Officer

The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (“CRSI”) is a technical institute and Standards Developing Organization (SDO) that stands as the authoritative resource for information related to steel reinforced concrete construction.  CRSI offers many industry-trusted technical publications, standards documents, design aids, reference materials and educational opportunities. Visit our website  at www.crsi.org to learn about CRSI, who we are and the industry we serve.

Highlights:

The President and CEO is responsible to lead CRSI and ensure it maintains and grows its technical and engineering stature as the authority on concrete reinforcing steel construction in accordance with the CRSI’s mission and strategic plan.  This role will focus on strengthening CRSI’s promotional role and programs and demonstrate the impact of CRSI efforts on decision-makers in the markets it serves.  The President and CEO plays a key role in leading the development of CRSI’s organization profile, serving as its principal spokesperson with industry partners and stakeholders as well as developing and strengthening its advocacy program, including engagement and impact at the Federal level.  This role has the responsibility to ensure the Institute is properly staffed, operates within budget, and work is aligned with the goals set forth by the Board of Directors.

How You Will Serve:

• Provide leadership and management skills necessary to achieve the CRSI strategic goal of exceeding the forecasted Portland Cement Association's reinforcing steel consumption
• Provide leadership and support to staff and committee chairs to ensure that committee work meets expectations, as well as oversee the strategic planning process
• Support and further develop CRSI’s high-performing staff through strong leadership, clearly defining duties and performance standards, and undertaking regular dialogue with staff members regarding their contributions (staff lives and works remotely)
• Assume responsibility for the administrative and financial well-being of CRSI, including development of the annual budget, routine monitoring and reporting on finances and budget, and overseeing and ensuring filing of tax returns and other financial and legal documents required to maintain CRSI’s legal and financial status
• Plan, formulate, and recommend for Board approval policies and programs that will advance the objectives of the Institute. In turn, executing decisions of the Board and developing specific policies, procedures, and programs to implement established Board policies
• Inform the Executive Committee and the Board of the conditions and operations of CRSI and of all important factors affecting CRSI and the industry that it represents
• Lead and delegate responsibilities to achieve the goals of each key area of marketing, engineering practice, member services, government affairs, and finance. Provide leadership in policy development and advocacy including track current and emerging policy and technical issues; assist in formulating and executing a plan for advocating positions on these issues; communicate messages and policy positions to government affairs as necessary
• Oversee CRSI’s promotional efforts to strengthen the market position of steel-reinforced concrete construction, always seeking opportunities and venues to demonstrate their positive impact on decision-makers.
• Create and maintain a 3-year financial plan that supports the priorities of CRSI
• Develop and implement plans to expand CRSI’s membership base, including the development of a clear value proposition for membership, especially one demonstrating the impact of CRSI promotion programs on decision-makers
• Serve as the principal spokesperson for the Institute with responsibility for the Institute’s public relations program as well as its relationships with other associations, industry, government, and public and private service organizations
• Oversee planning of the annual spring membership convention and annual fall meeting
• Serve as the public face of the organization, communicating policies and priorities to external audiences through speaking engagements, media interaction, and testimony
• Serve as President of the CRSI Education and Research Foundation
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Committee or the Board of Directors

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; engineering and marketing disciplines preferred
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in construction, manufacturing, or related fields preferred
• Prior experience reporting to a Board and expertise in association management preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to make quality presentations to both large and small groups
• Proven leadership experience, especially as demonstrated in team development and oversight, and Board governance
• Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships with Institute members, stakeholders, other associations, and professional societies
• Experience in developing and implementing product promotion and marketing programs preferred
• National travel required

To be considered for this opportunity, please send a resume and cover letter to hr@crsi.org