HR Green Executive and Leadership Team

Jason Poppen, the Chief Executive Officer & President at HR Green, directs the overarching strategy and operational execution for the entire HR Green Family of Companies. Poppen guides the organization's expansion and commitment to building communities and improving lives through engineering, technical, and management solutions. This leadership role involves fostering innovation across all business units, including Transportation, Water, Governmental Services, Land Development, Environmental, Construction, and Fiber and Broadband. Poppen ensures strategic alignment with the company's foundational mission established in 1913. Overseeing national operations, Jason Poppen drives the company's growth and market presence, solidifying HR Green's reputation for delivering impactful infrastructure and development projects across Texas and the nation.

Christopher Blevins, the Chief Financial Officer at HR Green, manages all financial operations and fiscal strategy for the company. Blevins oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and investment strategies to ensure the sustained growth and profitability of the HR Green Family of Companies. This critical role involves safeguarding the company's assets and optimizing financial performance across its diverse service areas, including Transportation, Water, Governmental Services, Land Development, Environmental, Construction, and Fiber and Broadband. Christopher Blevins works closely with other executive leaders to align financial planning with strategic objectives, supporting the company's mission to build communities and improve lives. Through meticulous financial oversight, Blevins ensures the company's capacity to undertake large-scale projects nationwide.

David Reitz, the President, Land Development at HR Green, spearheads all land development projects and strategic initiatives within this business unit. Reitz oversees the planning, design, and execution of land development projects, ensuring they align with community needs and environmental considerations. This role involves managing client relationships, coordinating with engineering and construction teams, and driving the successful completion of projects that enhance urban and suburban landscapes. David Reitz focuses on delivering innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable community growth, leveraging HR Green's expertise in engineering and management. Through effective leadership, Reitz ensures land development operations contribute significantly to the company's mission of building communities and improving lives across its national service areas.

Andrew Keyster, the President, Construction Business Unit at HR Green, leads the strategic direction and operational management of all construction activities. Keyster oversees project execution, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of construction services across diverse sectors including transportation, water infrastructure, and fiber and broadband deployment. This executive role involves managing construction teams, client partnerships, and resource allocation to achieve project objectives efficiently. Andrew Keyster is committed to upholding HR Green's reputation for excellence in construction, driving projects that build communities and improve lives. By focusing on operational efficiency and client satisfaction, Keyster ensures the construction business unit significantly contributes to the company's overall success and market impact.

Dean Cardwell, the President, Land Development at HR Green, directs the strategic growth and operational oversight for land development initiatives. Cardwell focuses on identifying new opportunities and expanding the company's footprint in land development services, ensuring projects meet client needs and regulatory requirements. This leadership role involves fostering collaboration between design, engineering, and client teams to deliver successful land transformation projects. Dean Cardwell is dedicated to enhancing community infrastructure and quality of life through thoughtful land planning and development. By driving innovation and efficiency in land development, Cardwell reinforces HR Green's commitment to building sustainable communities and improving lives across its operational regions.

Edward Barrett, the President - Broadband at HR Green, leads the strategic vision and operational execution for the company's fiber and broadband initiatives. Barrett oversees the planning, deployment, and management of broadband infrastructure projects, ensuring high-speed connectivity solutions are delivered effectively to communities. This executive role involves managing project lifecycles, client engagements, and technological advancements within the broadband sector. Edward Barrett is committed to bridging the digital divide and enhancing communication capabilities through robust fiber and broadband networks. By driving innovation and operational excellence, Barrett ensures HR Green's broadband division significantly contributes to building modern infrastructure and improving lives nationwide.

David Raby, the President, Water at HR Green, directs the strategic development and operational management of water infrastructure projects. Raby oversees the planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater solutions, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and community needs. This leadership role involves managing engineering teams, client relations, and project resources to deliver sustainable and reliable water systems. David Raby is dedicated to improving public health and environmental quality through advanced water management strategies. By driving excellence in water services, Raby ensures HR Green's water division plays a vital role in building resilient communities and enhancing the quality of life across its service areas.

Louise Carmichael, the Chief Human Resources Officer at HR Green, directs all human capital management and organizational development initiatives. Carmichael is responsible for talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and fostering a positive and productive work environment across the HR Green Family of Companies. This leadership position ensures the company attracts, retains, and develops the skilled professionals necessary to deliver engineering, technical, and management solutions in sectors like Transportation, Water, Governmental Services, Land Development, Environmental, Construction, and Fiber and Broadband. Louise Carmichael champions HR strategies that support the company's mission to build communities and improve lives. By cultivating a strong organizational culture, Carmichael empowers the workforce to achieve excellence in projects across Texas and the nation.