Pernix Group Names Bryant as Senior VP of Construction

Words: Dan KamysPernix Group Names Bryant as Senior VP of Construction

Warren Bryant recently joined Pernix Group Inc. as the senior VP of construction. Bryant has more than 30 years of experience in government and commercial program management, construction, engineering and project management. He has spent the majority of his career with URS Corp. and legacy companies Washington Group International (WGI) and Morrison Knudsen Corp. (MK), where he served in a variety of roles, including VP, government services. 

Bryant has managed the successful completion of more than $2 billion in total value of projects in both the U.S. and internationally. He has broad ranging experience in both the government and private sectors and has served as program leader for clients such as the US Department of Energy, US Department of Defense, various federal intelligence agencies, and General Motors Corp. His commitment to excellence has earned him industry recognition and numerous accolades in connection with his management of projects and programs.

In his new position, Bryant will be responsible for growing and managing Pernix's construction business, including business development, client management, implementation of new policies and procedures and enhancing Pernix's already strong quality and safety programs. He will also manage long-range/strategic planning, new project sourcing and evaluation, project pre-qualification and bidding, and execution of awarded mandates. Additionally, he will oversee the company's existing mandates with the US Department of State in Africa, Central Asia and the Middle East.

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