61Cody Fortier, based in Opelousas, Louisiana, leads a robust construction company specializing in heavy civil infrastructure, hydro excavation, and marine construction. It serves both the public and private sectors. As CEO, his role encompasses the comprehensive management of company operations and the execution of complex projects throughout the Gulf South from inception to completion.
His company is well-equipped with a fleet of earth-moving equipment and bespoke heavy machinery, ensuring that projects along the Gulf Coast are carried out with the utmost safety and efficiency.
Fortier oversees specialized marine construction tasks tailored to each project's specific needs. His expertise includes designing and constructing ports, harbors, offshore platforms, bridges, jetties, and other structures adjacent to bodies of water. His projects typically involve dredging to remove sediment from the seabed, which deepens harbors and lays the foundations for marine structures. These operations use specialized vessels that maintain navigable waterways and support the construction of vital offshore platforms for energy production. His crew's adeptness ensures these structures withstand adverse marine conditions.
Additionally, Fortier's company undertakes marine piling, which is crucial for building stable foundations for piers, bridges, and platforms by driving large steel or concrete piles into the seafloor. The company also constructs breakwaters and seawalls to protect shorelines and harbors from erosion by mitigating the impact of waves.
Fortier’s knowledge also extends to heavy civil construction, involving soil stabilization, extensive excavation, and erosion control, demonstrating his broad civil engineering expertise.
As CEO, Fortier is pivotal in ensuring projects are completed successfully, overseeing operations, and driving the company’s growth while maintaining profitability. He formulates strategic directions, aligns them with long-term goals, and ensures compliance with stringent regulations.
He oversees financial oversight, budgeting, monitoring profit margins, and managing project financing. His leadership ensures projects adhere to budget and schedule, emphasizing quality control and resolving delays, whether from material shortages or labor issues.
Safety is integral to Fortier’s management philosophy. He enforces strict safety protocols and OSHA compliance, which are vital to his risk management strategies, and fosters a culture that prioritizes safety in the workplace.
Cody Fortier's involvement extends beyond business. He has appeared on reality TV shows like "Swamp People," showcasing his Louisiana heritage. Additionally, Fortier actively participates in his local church and supports charitable causes, including St. Jude's, underscoring his commitment to community and family values.