Rex Bell

About Rex Bell

Executive skilled in management, finance, and operations leadership. Specializing in results, business improvement, risk management, strategy, and thoughtful decisions. A proven and impactful leader who has ran global operations, led financial organizations, negotiated multi-million dollar contracts, directed business development teams, created a Project Management Organization and brings C-Suite knowledge. Relying on a wide range of experiences and working with very talented teammates around the globe, I have managed high performing operations from $5 million to $400 million; led multiple acquisitions and divestitures; worked abroad extensively; am committed to safety, compliance, and risk management; and have extensive knowledge of the engineering, construction, and technology industries. With a reputation of “running to the fire” and a sincere appreciation for the diversity of people, cultures, and business complexities, I have had the opportunity to work with highly motivated people and deal with complex issues in multiple markets in the public and private sectors. Key Attributes and Achievements include: P&L -$400M Operation with global charter that contributed 50% of company profits Large Projects - Executive-in-Charge of the Panama Canal Expansion, a $200M+ project Innovative - created an Enterprise Risk Management Program Change Management - led the integration of acquired businesses in Chicago, Perth, Santiago Overcoming the Odds - sold a never profitable Brazil operation Global Leadership - US, Canada, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, Middle East Progressive Roles - Managing Director, Director of Operations, Chief of Internal Audit, CFO Cultural Impact - profitable results, consistent growth, and highly motivated teams Formerly a senior executive with MWH Global (now Stantec), I was involved in most aspects of a complex and diverse organization and the industries it served including: Water Infrastructure, Mining, Energy, Oil & Gas, Navigation, Manufacturing, Industry, and State & Federal Government. Transitioning from large company to a family-owned business and now with a regional A/E firm, my journey continues.

Experience

1. Vice President

   Ayres Associates

   Sep 2018 — Present · Fort Collins, CO, US

   Proudly joined the Ayres organization to assume leadership of the Western Division. Ayres Associates, with over 300 employee-owners, is headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin with offices located in Colorado, Wyoming, and Florida. The company just celebrated 60 years in business and has a long and award winning history of servicing clients in the public and private sector. Ayres values loyalty and was built from a steadfast foundation of honesty, innovation, and good old-fashioned hard work – and a vision that revolves around strong, reliable partnerships. The mission of the Western Division is to build on the legacy of good work and an excellent reputation to grow the Ayres business in the western US. We are looking to expand locally, regionally and nationally by taking on interesting and complex projects. Ayres has grown to become a nationwide team of industry experts, representing some of the most inventive problem-solvers in the country. Our team has planned, designed, and facilitated the creation of thousands of projects that keep our nation\'s infrastructure reliable and responsive. A full service A/E firm, we offer planning, modelling, design, inspection, geospatial, and construction management services to multiple sectors including transportation, water, infrastructure, utilities and telecommunications.

Education

• Western State College

  BA