Joseph Fitzgerald

Joseph Fitzgerald serves as a Contracting Specialist at the W07V Endist New Orleans under the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, where he manages complex civil works acquisitions critical to Gulf Coast infrastructure resilience. His portfolio centers on large-scale hydraulic and civil engineering projects, including flood risk reduction systems, coastal restoration, and water resource infrastructure. He executes full lifecycle procurement activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal regulations and mission-driven outcomes for high-stakes public works projects in vulnerable Louisiana waterways. Fitzgerald maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including WEEKS MARINE, INC., PRECISION CONSTRUCTION LLC, M.R. PITTMAN GROUP, L.L.C., MUDDY WATER DREDGING, LP, and RED BISON SERVICES, LLC, all of which specialize in heavy civil construction, dredging, and structural fabrication. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, safety compliance, and performance reliability, particularly for projects requiring specialized marine and earthmoving capabilities. He frequently engages contractors with proven experience in navigable waterway maintenance and storm surge protection systems. A strong advocate for small business inclusion, Fitzgerald prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. He also actively supports Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) opportunities, reflecting a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to broaden contractor diversity while maintaining technical rigor. His contracting patterns demonstrate a structured commitment to fostering competitive small business participation without compromising mission-critical delivery. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), with significant activity in fabricated structural metal manufacturing (332312) and concrete product manufacturing (327390). He procures specialized components such as floodgate systems, erosion control structures, and fluid power fittings integral to hydraulic infrastructure, demonstrating deep expertise in civil works engineering procurement and the unique demands of coastal environmental construction.