DBE Manager at Louisiana Bridge Builders

Louisiana Bridge Builders (“LBB”) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street. 

Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.  

The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Manager is responsible for the full self-performed administration, management, and oversight of the companies DBE while ensuring the Company maintains compliance with all federal, state, and local DBE requirements and supports the procurement, project teams, and executive leadership in meeting DBE participation goals.  

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.  

1. Manages and oversees all components of the DBE compliance program without support staff.
2. Prepares all required DBE-related reports and submits them to the appropriate state and/or federal agency.
3. Coordinates directly with the Procurement Manager to establish DBE strategies for bids, proposals, and awarded contracts.
4. Reviews, analyzes, and resolves post-award DBE compliance issues and recommends corrective action. 
5. Works with DBE consultant to resolve contractual DBE compliance issues as needed.
6. Prepare and present presentations pertaining to DBE informational sessions. 
7. Collects and organizing subcontractor and supplier documentation to support DBE goal attainment and reporting.
8. Coordinates outreach activities by preparing event materials, scheduling meetings, and maintaining a database of DBE firms.
9. Monitors contract milestones and DBE participation thresholds, flagging any discrepancies or shortfalls to the DBE Manager for review.
10. Drafts preliminary DBE compliance summaries, status reports, and correspondence for review and approval by the DBE Manager.
11. Maintains organized records of DBE certifications, correspondence, and compliance actions in accordance with company and agency audit requirements.
12. Prepares responses to agency audits or data requests by compiling relevant documentation.
13. Attends internal coordination meetings to gather data for DBE tracking purposes.
14. Updates internal DBE tracking systems and ensures data accuracy.
15. Hire, motivate, and lead a high-performing team through coaching, top-tier talent retention, and directed recruiting efforts.
16. Supervises team, including training, providing work direction, problem-solving assistance, reviewing performance, recommending salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, and terminations. 
17. Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.  

1. Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
2. Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
3. Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
4. Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
5. Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
6. Ability to work a flexible work schedule, additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.
7. Ability to maintain a valid and current driver’s license.

At a minimum, the DBE Manager must have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, economics, or equivalent field of study, along with 4+ years of proven, related, DBE experience or a high school diploma, or equivalent, and at least 8+ years of proven, related, DBE experience.  The DBE Manager must also possess and maintain a valid and current driver’s license.  DBE experience within the construction industry is preferred.  

Select one the following for the each of the items listed below: 

• N (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
• O (Occasionally) - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time or 0 - 2.5+ hours/day.
• F (Frequently) - Occupation requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time or 2.5-5.5+ hours/day. 
• C (Constantly) - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time or 5.5+ hours/day.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.