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J. Hurley

Role/professional tagline:
Senior Engineering and Executive Leader Specializing in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Federal Contracting, and Program Management

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, United States Military Academy
  • Master of Arts in Sociology, Northwestern University
  • Graduate, US Army Command and General Staff College
  • Professional Engineer (Civil), State of Missouri
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Professional background:

  • President, Delta2 Strategies, LLC – Provides business intelligence, growth strategy, and specialized expertise to the AEC community in federal contracting and US Army Corps of Engineers partnerships. Also serves as a board member and advisor to nonprofit and private organizations.
  • Former Senior Vice President – Army Market, Michael Baker International – Led architectural and engineering support for the US Army and Air Force worldwide. Expanded the Army client portfolio by 150%, from 7 to 18 clients, and increased Army A/E services revenue from $18.7 million to $44.8 million.
  • Former Deputy Director of Engineering and Director of Engineering Services, Bechtel – Led engineering activities across complex, multi-billion-dollar projects and programs and managed engineering efforts involving approximately 1,100 engineers. Also led an 80-person Engineering Services Directorate providing technical services to external clients.
  • Former Center Commander, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Directed a worldwide engineering services and construction program exceeding $2 billion annually, overseeing more than 40 programs and 14 Centers of Expertise. Successfully executed more than $3.3 billion in engineering services and construction activities and managed an $8 billion acquisition portfolio.
  • Former District Commander, USACE Japan District – Led a nearly 400-person organization delivering military construction programs supporting approximately 100,000 U.S. personnel in Japan. Completed more than 100 projects valued at $2.5 billion and provided leadership for a broader 500-project construction program.
  • Former Deputy Division Commander, USACE Transatlantic Division – Provided executive leadership and program management for a $12 billion engineering and construction program spanning 20 countries across Southwest Asia, including Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • Former Military Assistant, Advisor & Chief of Staff, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works – Supported oversight of the US Army Corps of Engineers’ $15.7 billion civil works engineering program and coordinated with Congress, federal agencies, and senior government and military leaders.
  • Former District Commander, USACE Buffalo District – Led approximately 260 personnel overseeing engineering, construction, environmental restoration, civil works, and regulatory programs across northern New York and Ohio, with responsibility for an annual budget of approximately $90 million.
  • Former NATO Project Manager and Civil Engineer – Led civil engineering and project management activities for a $180 million NATO headquarters project in Italy, coordinating with international partners and overseeing civil, architectural, and engineering design requirements.
  • Former US Army Engineer and Military Leader – Served in a range of engineering, operational, and leadership positions, including Battalion Executive Officer, Battalion Operations Officer, Company Commander, Engineer Platoon Leader, and Leadership and Sociology Instructor at the United States Military Academy.

Key Achievements

  • Directed more than $3.3 billion in engineering services and construction activities in a single year while serving as a USACE Center Commander.
  • Oversaw an $8 billion acquisition portfolio consisting of numerous multiple-award contracts.
  • Led engineering and construction programs exceeding $2 billion annually worldwide.
  • Expanded Michael Baker International’s U.S. Army client portfolio by 150%, growing from 7 to 18 clients between 2021 and 2025.
  • Increased Army architectural and engineering services revenue from $18.7 million to $44.8 million between 2022 and 2024.
  • Led the delivery of more than 100 projects valued at $2.5 billion during his tenure as Commander of the USACE Japan District.
  • Provided leadership for a 500-project construction program spanning planning, design, construction, and warranty phases.
  • Managed a $12 billion engineering and construction program covering 20 countries across Southwest Asia, including Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • Led organizations of up to 1,600 military and civilian personnel across engineering, construction, program management, safety, security, acquisitions, and other functions.
  • Directed major medical facility programs, including a portfolio that awarded approximately $100 million in new task orders annually and managed more than $600 million in ongoing task orders.
  • Successfully delivered international engineering and construction projects in the United States, Japan, Italy, Kuwait, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
  • Developed integrated water resource and flood-risk management solutions for Army installations and surrounding communities.
  • Led the successful execution of five micro-grid energy resiliency projects for Army campuses.
  • Achieved the Department of Defense’s first “Best-in-Class” designation from the Office of Management and Budget for outstanding engineering contracts.
  • Received 11 USACE Small Business Awards between 2016 and 2018 for outstanding use of small businesses.
  • Received the Silver and Bronze Orders of the de Fleury, recognizing outstanding leadership contributions to the U.S. Army Engineer Regiment.
  • Recognized among the top leaders within USACE, including being rated the most proficient of 36 commanders during his tenure as a USACE Center Commander.