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FORMA Construction Company · 1 day ago

Outreach & Inclusion Manager

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$122K/yr - $155K/yr

FORMA Construction Company has been serving public agencies and private businesses across Western Washington for 40 years. They are seeking a highly motivated Outreach & Inclusion Manager to strengthen subcontractor opportunities and ensure compliance with outreach and inclusion efforts. This role involves building relationships, managing diversity strategies, and supporting project teams to achieve diversity goals.

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Growth Opportunities

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Hiring Manager

Ainsley Campbell

Responsibilities

Promote, oversee, and support the implementation of FORMA subcontractor diversity programs internally and externally

Develop and manage FORMA's supplier diversity strategy, including maintaining and regularly updating the directory of certified firms

Maintain an understanding of industry trends, labor & public contracting laws, OMWBE requirements, and communicate RCW differences within public contracts

Align and maintain FORMA compliance with outreach and inclusion requirements as they relate to pursuit messaging and project-specific outreach and inclusion processes

Strengthen relationships with MWSBE and VOB Subcontractors and Suppliers through technical assistance, training, events, and resources

Expand FORMA's subcontractor diversity, continually identifying qualified MWSBE and VOB’s and supporting mentorship through the Small Business Accelerator Program

Support and coordinate with project teams to ensure trade partner commitments are understood, tracked, and carried out on projects

Maintain ongoing communication with subcontractors and suppliers to gather feedback and support continuous improvement of FORMA's procedures and partner experience

Partner with project teams to support achievement of diversity goals, including guidance on compliance tracking, and reporting on MWSBE and VOB utilization

Conduct periodic audits to verify that Owner inclusion requirements are being met and being reported accurately

Develop and maintain standardized companywide inclusion reporting, demonstrating FORMA's progress toward project goals for clients and external stakeholders. Reporting shall reflect differences in contract delivery methods and Owner requirements

Participate in FORMA’s procurement process, including SOQ content development, interview preparation, and pursuit-related meetings

Support pre-selling efforts through industry networking in alignment with Business Development objectives. Build and maintain positive relationships with client organization representatives

Identify and communicate project-specific outreach and inclusion approaches to support pursuit strategy and position FORMA as an effective credible partner. Tailor written and verbal deliverables as part of active pursuits across GCCM, Progressive Design Build, Design Build, and LS delivery methods

Maintain records of pursuit feedback and debriefs for all projects awarded or not awarded to FORMA, and apply lessons learned to future pursuits through continuous improvement efforts

Engage with MWSBE associations, community organizations, and advocacy groups to support participation in construction projects

Represent FORMA at conferences, meetings, and business development events. Anticipate 4-6 offsite evening events per month

Actively promote FORMA’s commitment, processes, and culture at networking and industry events, in alignment with company leadership

Provide guidance and support to Project Management teams for project-specific outreach events, methods, and follow-through to ensure commitments are understood and met

Qualification

OutreachInclusion ManagementSupplier Diversity StrategyCompliance TrackingPublic SpeakingRelationship Building

Required

Self-driven, resourceful, and professional, with ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Strong public speaking, communication, and organizational skills

Demonstrates integrity, sound judgement, a positive attitude, and a team-oriented approach

Proven ability to represent the company externally, with experience in Outreach and Inclusion management, small business mentorship and development, or a related field