Civil Works: The Way Ahead

Presentation to

Los Angeles Post, Society of American Military Engineers MG John W. Peabody Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
17 January 2014

US Army Corps of Engineers

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: 238 Years of Service to the Nation
U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial

Panama Canal

The Pentagon

MR&T Bonnet Carre

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International & Interagency Partnering

Enhancing US and Allied Capabilities to Deter Aggression Advancing Partner Nation Capacity to Manage Resources and Address Water Security National Security Partner Nation Defense Diplomacy

Delivering Best Value for the US Taxpayer

Development

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Lockport Lock and Dam, Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Illinois River

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Americans Most Satisfied with Gov't Work on Natural Disasters

Gallup Poll, June 2013
Topping the poll, 75% of Americans are satisfied with the work the government does in responding to natural disasters. Other highly-rated categories: National Parks and open space Homeland security Transportation 68% 57% 57%

Gallup also found that Americans are most confident in the military, at 76%.
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Transforming Civil Works

Methods of Delivery: Delivering on Commitments

Planning Transform

Budget Development

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Planning Modernization
Authorization Backlog Follow-on Work

Chiefs Reports

Smart Planning

Education & Training

Portfolio Management
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Budget Development
Engaging Stakeholders Watershed Informed Budgeting

Smart Investments
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Management Controls
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Methods of Delivery: Delivering on Commitments

Building the Bench

Delivering Value for the Nation: OUTCOMES

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Infrastructure Strategy
Asset Management Life Cycle Management

Replacement Value= $250 B

Kentucky River Lock #2, in service since 1839

Alternative Resources

Accelerate Execution Pilots Obstacles Authorities Re-Invent Operations

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Communicating the Strategy

Congressional Hearings & Briefings Reports Press Releases Presentations Strategic Engagements Brochures

Strategic Messages
Web sites Webinars
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Articles OpOrds & FragOs

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Focusing Thoughts
Carry out the USACE Vision & Strategic Direction USACEs Business: Deliver engineering solutions that add clear value for stakeholders needs, on time and within budget Make a Difference: Solve problems, add value, engage stakeholders, lead change Identify systemic root cause issues, develop corporate solutions, drive lasting change Develop People to their full potential and build an enduring team of competent professionals
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Growing Our Capabilities

Become leading agent in systems-based watershed planning and management Communicate transparently, be responsive at all levels and engage partners in our processes Build a ready, responsive and capable workforce, Recruit the best in key skills Maintain key core skills (e.g., H&H, Cost Estimators, PDTs and the planning process, etc) in centers/virtual teams Develop risk competencies throughout our workforce, communicate risk openly Build a cost and time conscious culture
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Small Business
FY13 -- $13.3 B Total CONUS Obligations
USACE Goal Small Business Small Disadv Business Women-Owned SB HUBZone SB 41.5% 19.0% 7.0% 11.0% Percentage Achieved 42.7% 22.6% 8.1% 9.6% 5.4% Dollars Achieved $5.6B $3B $1B $1.2B $718M
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Service-Disabled Vet 4.5%

Building the Bench - Students Earning Science & Engineering Degrees

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STEM and Accessions

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Soldier Transition and Wounded Warriors

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What Can You Do?

Strengthen the Teamwork
Help us transform Civil Works. Facilitate a Watershed approach Help the Nation prioritize efforts and projects. Partner with us to advance our methods of delivery. Support innovative solutions for creative financing. Encourage interest in STEM and Corps careers
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Questions & Discussion

US Army Corps of Engineers

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